CNC Machine Operator

seakeeper; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Seakeeper is seeking a CNC Machine Operator based in Leesport, PA. This position involves operating CNC equipment to produce high-quality parts. Applicants should have a high school diploma and be mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, documenting production logs, and maintaining a safe workspace. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential. Candidates with prior CNC experience are preferred. Join our team and be part of transforming the boating experience!

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand or walk for 8-12 hour shifts on hard surfaces.
• Experience with CNC machines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC equipment and perform pre-operation inspections.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Attention to detail

Verbal communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

What You'll Do

We make an extraordinary product. Some might say it defies gravity! As our CNC Machine Operator, you’ll be the one who creates these gravity-defying products. You’ll assemble machined parts into a sub-assembly state and inspect and back flywheels to be delivered for final assembly. You’ll ensure all products are crafted with the utmost quality by:

• Operating CNC equipment, which includes the following:
  • Performing pre-operation inspections of pieces and parts or on the machines themselves
  • Setting up the machine and parameters
  • Inspecting all parts against standards using tooling and gauges
• Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Ensuring continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs
• Working closely with teammates in other departments
• Documenting actions by completing production and quality logs
• Maintaining information in computer databases

When You'll Work

• 1ST SHIFT: Monday through Thursday from 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• 2ND SHIFT: Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. (you will train on 1st shift for the first four weeks)
• 4TH SHIFT: Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

What you need to succeed

Do you have a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to hustle in a fast-paced environment? Then Seakeeper is the place for you! Here are a few other things you’ll need to succeed.

MUST‑HAVES

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Be mechanically inclined
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must have a strong attention to detail
• Possess conceptual, process improvement, functional, and technical skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times
• Possess quality focus, sound judgment, and decision-making
• Ability to do the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds occasionally
  • Stand or walk for extended periods (8–12-hour shifts) on concrete or other hard surfaces
  • Perform frequent repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, reaching, and gripping
  • Use hands and fingers to handle small parts, operate tools or controls, and assemble products with precision
  • Visually inspect products for defects, labels, or measurements
  • Distinguish sounds such as machinery alarms, beeps, or spoken instructions in a noisy environment
  • Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear

NICE‑TO‑HAVES

• 1 year of experience operating CNC machines in a manufacturing environment
• Mechanical and/or electrical background
• Experience operating tooling and gauging equipment
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment (depth mics, snap mics, and temperature gauges)

More Details You'll Want To Know

• You’ll be based in Leesport, PA, full time.
• On-the-job training will be provided (we will help you become the Seakeeper expert!).
• You’ll report to the Machining Supervisor, who is based in our Leesport, PA, location.
• This is a manual labor position, working along a production assembly line.

Your Team

Our CNC Machine Operators are nestled within our Production department. The production team is currently running three shifts to churn out as many Seakeepers as we can to change our customers’ boating experience forever!

Why You'll Love It Here

It’s true that we make extraordinary products, but our favorite part about Seakeeper is our people! We love the culture we have built and are aggressively protective of our team atmosphere. This is why we value your cultural fit as equally as we value your technical contributions. With a palpable passion for what we do, we work hard, move fast and are constantly pushing (or should we say crushing) boundaries. That means there is no room for jerks!

We operate with the nimbleness and growth mindset of a scrappy startup. Throughout the organization, we take ownership and accountability for our ultimate team success by openly and actively seeking out constructive feedback on how we can improve. We believe great ideas can strike at any moment, and when you have one, you’re empowered to speak up!

Fast-paced and hands‑on don’t even begin to describe what you’ll experience here. That means you have the freedom to make a difference and contribute to the larger goal, regardless of your position. The only constant at Seakeeper is change, and we thrive on it!

Who We Are

71% of our Earth is covered by water and we want everyone to make the most of it. That’s why we are on a mission to create products that transform the boating experience with an organization that employees want to work for, customers want to buy from, and vendors want to partner with.

Founded in 2008, we have grown from a start‑up operation to the worldwide leader in marine motion control. The journey began with our gyrostabilization technology, which eliminates up to 90% of boat roll and creates a land‑like experience on the water. This technology went from an unknown commodity to a must‑have boating requirement in the first decade. In 2022, we added another jaw‑dropping technology to our portfolio with the launch of Seakeeper Ride, a first‑of‑its‑kind Vessel Attitude Control System which eliminates underway pitch and roll, making time on the water safer and more comfortable for everyone onboard. In summary, we are in the business of creating gravity-defying products that completely change the way people spend their time on the water…and we are just getting started!

We have long runways with both of our technologies with new addressable markets on the horizon and drive to push the boundaries of what our technologies can do. With dedicated focus to each segment, in addition to shared leadership of each vertical, we can balance the different demands of each segment while providing a consist overall vision and direction of the company.

Seakeeper is personally committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of job requirements, individual qualifications, and business need.