CNC Machine Operator

A. Stucki Company; Ohio; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A. Stucki Company in Youngstown, OH is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to set up, operate, and monitor CNC milling and turning equipment.

You will machine, recondition, and manufacture railroad rail and crane rail components with attention to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has CNC machining experience, can read blueprints and technical specifications, and comfortable handling large, heavy steel materials while maintaining precision and process control.

Qualifications

• Experience as CNC Machine Operator or similar machining role.
• Experience working with heavy steel materials or large industrial components preferred.
• Knowledge of machining practices, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, CNC programs, and work instructions.
• Prior experience machining railroad rail or crane rail is strongly preferred.
• Technical training or CNC machining certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC milling and turning machines to manufacture and recondition rail components.
• Load, position, and secure materials, tooling, and fixtures for machining operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, CNC programs, and technical specifications to ensure accurate production.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to feeds, speeds, tooling, and machine settings as needed.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Identify and troubleshoot machining issues to maintain product quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete production documentation and inspection records.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and established machining procedures.
• Assist with material handling and other general shop duties as needed.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

CNC machining certification (preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CNC programs

Job description

About A. Stucki Company

Founded in 1911, A. Stucki Company is a leading manufacturer and supplier of railroad components and services. We specialize in engineering and manufacturing innovative products that keep the rail industry moving. At A. Stucki, we take pride in our commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Join our team and become part of a company with a long-standing reputation for excellence.

Position Summary

A. Stucki Company is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join our Birmingham Rail team in Youngstown, OH. In this role, you will operate CNC milling and turning equipment to machine, recondition, and manufacture railroad rail and crane rail components. The ideal candidate has CNC machining experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with large, heavy steel materials while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC milling and turning machines to manufacture and recondition rail components.
• Load, position, and secure materials, tooling, and fixtures for machining operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, CNC programs, and technical specifications to ensure accurate production.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to feeds, speeds, tooling, and machine settings as needed.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Identify and troubleshoot machining issues to maintain product quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete production documentation and inspection records.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and established machining procedures.
• Assist with material handling and other general shop duties as needed.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements

• Previous experience as a CNC Machine Operator or in a similar machining role.
• Experience working with heavy steel materials or large industrial components preferred.
• Knowledge of machining practices, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, CNC programs, and work instructions.
• Prior experience machining railroad rail or crane rail is strongly preferred.
• Technical training or CNC machining certification is a plus, but not required.

Join A. Stucki Company and help us keep the rail industry moving!