CNC Machine Operator

IntWork; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Purchase Program

Professional Development

Job summary

IntWork is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to set up and run milling machines producing precision firearm components. You will verify programs, tools, fixtures, and offsets, and perform complete setups with minimal supervision.

You'll inspect parts using precision gauges, troubleshoot issues, and work with Engineering and Quality teams to improve processes, while maintaining production schedules in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (from any country).
• 3-5 years of CNC milling setup and operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision firearm components.
• Load and verify programs, tooling, fixtures, and work offsets.
• Perform complete setups of proven production jobs with minimal supervision.
• Monitor machine performance and make tool wear and geometry offsets as needed.
• Maintain production schedules while ensuring quality standards are met.
• Perform tool changes and verify machine readiness before production runs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, thread gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and correct quality issues before they impact production.
• Ensure all parts meet company and customer specifications.
• Diagnose machining issues involving tooling, fixturing, materials, machine performance, and programs.
• Work with Engineering and Quality teams to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Recommend improvements that reduce cycle times, scrap, and rework.
• Communicate opportunities for continuous improvement within the machining process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Replace worn or damaged tooling and maintain tool inventories.
• Assist with routine machine maintenance and upkeep.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

read blueprints & GD&T

precision measuring instruments

independent work

troubleshooting

team player

problem solving

quality attention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Doosan (DN Solutions)

Haas

Brother

Renishaw probing

SolidWorks/CAMWorks

Job description

Are you as skilled CNC Operator? If so this job may be a fit for you:

What We're Looking For

• A machinist who takes pride in producing high-quality work.
• Someone who owns problems and works toward solutions.
• A team player who contributes positively to the shop culture.
• A self-starter who can work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Someone who wants to grow with a company that continues to innovate and expand.

Required

• High School Diploma or GED (from any country)
• 3-5 years of CNC milling setup and operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred

• Experience operating and setting up Doosan (DN Solutions), Haas, Brother, or similar CNC machining centers.
• Experience with multi-axis machining.
• Understanding of G-Code and M-Code programming.
• Experience with fixture setup, workholding, and process optimization.
• Experience using Renishaw probing systems for part setup, work offsets, tool measurement, and in-process inspection is a plus.
• SolidWorks and/or CAMWorks experience preferred.
• Firearms manufacturing experience is a plus

What You'll be Doing:

CNC Mill OperationSetup

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision firearm components.
• Load and verify programs, tooling, fixtures, and work offsets.
• Perform complete setups of proven production jobs with minimal supervision.
• Monitor machine performance and make tool wear and geometry offsets as needed.
• Maintain production schedules while ensuring quality standards are met.
• Perform tool changes and verify machine readiness before production runs.

QualityInspection

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, thread gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and correct quality issues before they impact production.
• Ensure all parts meet company and customer specifications.

TroubleshootingProcess Improvement

• Diagnose machining issues involving tooling, fixturing, materials, machine performance, and programs.
• Work with Engineering and Quality teams to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Recommend improvements that reduce cycle times, scrap, and rework.
• Communicate opportunities for continuous improvement within the machining process.

Shop Support

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Replace worn or damaged tooling and maintain tool inventories.
• Assist with routine machine maintenance and upkeep.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Purchase Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Fast-paced and collaborative work environment

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification that the applicant is legally eligible to possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions that involved Department of Defense contracts require Citizenship or a minimum of a Green Card (U.S. Permanent Residence Status).