CNC Drill Operator - Days

valmont; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont is seeking a CNC Drill Operator in Brenham, Texas, to operate HAAS and Quick Mill machines, read blueprints, and support production with precise tolerances. The role follows a Monday–Friday first shift schedule with potential overtime as needed.

Starting pay rate is $24.47 per hour, with step increases at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years, and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. The ideal candidate will read production drawings, understand machine controls, and apply math and

Qualifications

• One year or more working in a manufacturing environment.
• One year or more CNC machining experience with HAAS vertical mill.
• The ability to modify/execute simple programming for HAAS systems.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret production drawings.
• Understand machine controls, program codes, fixtures and tool offsets for HAAS/Quick Mill machines.
• Use shop mathematics to determine cutting depths, feed rates, and RPM.
• Use measurement tools to fabricate parts and verify dimensions.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety in the work area.

Skills

English communication

Math basics

Education

Technical CNC training certificate

CNC machining degree (preferred)

Job description

2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418

Why Valmont

We're Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward?

A Brief Summary of This Position

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the CNC Drill Operator is responsible for operating the CNC vertical mill machining centers including HAAS VF2/VF3 and Quick Mill, upright drill presses, saw and hand drills.

Days 1st Shift Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM - 3PM*
*As needed, there will be work hours required outside the Standard Shift Schedule (above)

Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG6): $24.47
Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year and 2 years
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Essential Functions

• Read and interpret production drawings.
• Understand machine controls, program codes, fixtures and tool offsets, and CNC systems for HAAS and or Quick Mill machines.
• Use shop mathematics, including decimals, complex fractions, and simple algebra to lay out various products of the unit, and determining various cutting depths, feed rates, and revolution per minute.
• Uses measuring instruments such as a protractor, framing square, tape measure, tri-square, center finder, levers, scribes, calipers, and drill gauges to fabricate various products of the unit.
• Understand material requirements and specifications as stated on blue prints and drawings.
• Decide with learned solutions the sequence of set ups, operations, and processes within the limitations of recognized methods and procedures for completing work in process according to work schedules and constraint and shipping buffers.
• Coordinate with other personnel in the small parts area to ensure the proper sequence of operations to be performed on specific parts to maintain workloads.
• Maintain housekeeping in work area, and on all machines used.
• Perform operator preventive maintenance on equipment, and informs supervisor and/or lead person of any breakdowns or damage of equipment or parts.
• Use a digraph metal marker to write the individual part number specified on shop packet to the actual part for identification purposes.
• Stack completed parts and shop packets neatly on a pallet according to part number and quantity. Assures parts are stacked neat and safe on pallet and moves the pallet to the "out area" or to the next designated work center using a pallet jack.
• Read and interprets work orders and daily production schedules. Writes entries on daily shop production labor report to show work completed.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Be responsible for safety and environmental issues regarding assigned area, i.e. material handling of material, crane use, vacuum lift use, cutting torch, hot parts, lifting weight limits, proper eye protection, and proper level in water table to minimize smoke generated during cutting process.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• One year or more working in a manufacturing environment
• One year or more CNC machining experience with HAAS vertical mill
• The ability to modify/execute simple programing for HAAS systems
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• The ability to accurately read a tape measure and micrometer
• The ability to read Valmont blueprints
• The ability to walk and stand up to 100% of the shift
• The ability to work in an environment with a high noise level

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Three to five years of previous CNC machining experience with HAAS vertical mill preferred
• Two years of previous experience working in a Manufacturing environment
• Two years of previous experience operating a forklift
• Technical training certificate and or degree in CNC machining
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Working Environment and Physical Efforts

Ambient temperatures in work area coincide with seasonal weather changes.
Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes.
Abnormal noise level throughout the sho