Boyd Thermal by Eaton - CNC3 Set UP Operator- 2nd Shift

Boyd Corporation; Laconia, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp is seeking a skilled CNC operator to set up and run vertical or horizontal CNC machines, ensuring parts meet print specifications and quality standards.

The role requires basic blueprint reading, shop math, and familiarity with G and M codes, with at least 3–4 years in manufacturing and one year specifically on CNC setups. Join a team focused on precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 3–4 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Minimum one year setting up and operating vertical or horizontal CNC machinery.
• Basic understanding of CNC programming and tooling/fixturing.

Responsibilities

• Receive job assignment and communicate with the previous operator briefly before the shift.
• Install preset jobs and setup tooling, fixturing and machinery as needed.
• Perform a quick safety check on the machine before starting operations.
• Verify paperwork, print number, revision levels, operation sequence, materials and check sheet accuracy.
• Run first parts to verify dimensions against the print and sign off the first piece.
• Efficiently run jobs, follow work instructions, and meet or exceed hourly rates.
• Clock in/out for the work order and sequence as required.
• Maintain workflow and perform quality audits to ensure customer specs are met or exceeded.
• Deburr parts per work instructions and make authorized adjustments as needed.
• Change worn or broken tooling using proper procedures and replace tooling as required.
• Fill in for senior setup operator when needed.

Skills

Blue Print Reading

Shop Math

CNC control functions

G & M codes

Programming

Tooling & Fixturing design

Read/write basic work instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Set-up and Operate C.N.C. machinery to perform machining operations on metal work pieces to specific specifications. Responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards, housekeeping, process integrity, monitoring of calibration of all measuring equipment used and monitoring machinery and tools to ensure safe correct and optimum performance, while maintaining professional conduct in the workplace.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Get job assignment and communicate with the previous operator briefly, before the beginning of the shift.
• Install preset jobs and setup tooling, fixturing and machinery when needed.
• Before starting the machine, perform a quick check to ensure that safe and correct operations of the machine is possible.
• Verify the paperwork, print number, revision levels, operation sequence, materials, program and check sheet are all correct and consistent.
• To ensure that the check sheet dimensions are consistent with the print, run the first set of parts and check the parts dimensions against the print.
• Sign off first piece inspection on work order.
• Run jobs in an efficient, organized and safe manner, meeting or exceeding the hourly rate, while following the work instructions on the print and/or work order sequence.
• Must clock in and out of the work order and sequence.
• Maintain the workflow and perform quality audits as required to ensure that the product meets or exceeds the customer specifications.
• Deburr parts following the work instructions on the work order sequence or on the print.
• Make adjustments as required, with proper authorization.
• Change worn or broken tooling using appropriate procedures.
• Perform the duties of the palletizer or presetter when needed.
• Also, fill in during the absence of a senior setup operator as required.

Job Scope

Job Complexity: Works on assignments that are complex in nature and requires considerable judgment in resolving problems. May make recommendations. Supervisory Responsibility: Receives no instructions on work. Works independently on all assignments. Contacts/Interaction: Frequently works with peers and occasionally interfaces with management. Decision Making: Has high-level decision-making responsibility. Failure to make accurate decisions or achieve results will seriously impact the overall company’s success. Has few/none resources available to make decisions.

Job Qualifications

1. Educational Background (minimum level needed to perform) and/or Previous Work Experience (minimal level years and what kind) High School diploma or equivalent preferred, plus 3-4 years of manufacturing experience. Plus, minimum of one year experience, setting up and operating vertical or horizontal CNC machinery. Previous experience maintaining quality standards, meeting or exceeding customer specifications.

2. Special Skills and Abilities (computer, language, interpersonal skills, etc.) Basic Blue Print Reading Basic Shop Math Strong understanding of CNC control functions and “g” and “m” codes. Strong understanding of programming. Basic understanding of tooling and fixturing design. Ability to read write and comprehend basic work instructions and communications. Basic understanding and comprehension of technical language tools and specifications.

3. Licenses Needed, Certifications, Special Training Courses: None

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Boyd is the trusted global innovator of sustainable solutions that make our customers’ products better, safer, faster, and more reliable. As a leader in the industry we focus on our people, customers, technology, innovation, materials, and market needs of today and performance requirements of the future. We are always looking for ambitious minds to help us deliver advanced technology to our customers. Together we solve the challenges of today and empower solutions of tomorrow. Boyd is the world’s leading innovator in sustainable engineered material that make our customers’ products better, safer, faster, and more reliable. We develop and combine technologies to solve ambitious performance targets in our customers’ most critical applications. By implementing technologies and material science in novel ways to seal, protect, cool, and interface, Boyd has continually redefined the possible and championed customer success for over 90 years.