CNC Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Taco, Inc.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

On-site training

Profit sharing

Well-being focus

Job summary

Taco, Inc. in Fall River, MA is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to perform routine duties in minor set‑ups and operate CNC and manual machine tools. You will work on CNC lathes, milling machines, radial drills, and other equipment, following drawings and specifications.

The role requires 1–3 years manufacturing experience, high school diploma, ability to lift 25–60 lbs, and ERP proficiency. This is regular full‑time, second shift, on-site with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment as a CNC machine operator.
• Ability to read drawings and use set‑ups sheets; basic measuring instrument knowledge.
• Ability to navigate ERP system to access production data.
• Ability to lift 25–60 lbs and follow written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, radial drills, and other production equipment.
• Read drawings, work from specifications, and follow set‑up sheets.
• Perform routine set‑ups and run production to meet tolerances and quality standards.
• Report malfunctions, material issues, or safety concerns; maintain neat work area.
• Move heavy materials (25–60 lbs) as required and follow safety rules.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Reading drawings

ERP navigation

Heavy lifting (25-60 lbs)

Quality/inspection mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC lathes

CNC milling machines

Radial drills

Vertical turret lathes

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

• A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
• A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
• A need to create and to innovate

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift: 2nd Shift

Work Status: On-site

Position Summary

The CNC Machine Operator performs a variety of routine duties involved in minor set‑ups and the operation of a variety of CNC and manual machine tools.

Measures of success:

• Meet Safety requirements; personal protective equipment always worn in the facility
• Meet or exceed daily production requirements
• 100% accuracy on any inventory transactions and quality requirements
• 100% adherence to processes and material usage, no deviations

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Uses CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, radial drills, vertical turret lathes, a variety of adjustable precision measuring instruments, and various other tools common to the machining trade.
• Works from drawings, specifications, set‑ups sheets and verbal instructions.
• Performs routine set‑ups on machine tools and make production runs on CNC lathes, radial drills and other production equipment to produce parts for use in the assembly of a variety of products
  • Holds close tolerances. Makes periodic checks to assure conformance to specifications.
  • Refers problems to set‑up person or supervisor.
  • Reports machine malfunctions, defective materials, or other unusual conditions.
• Moves average weight material (over 25 lbs. and up to 60 lbs.) as necessary in the performance of job.
• Maintains work area in a neat, clean and orderly condition and observes all safety regulations and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment as a CNC machine operator
• Requires the use of drawings, specifications, set‑up sheets and adjustable measuring instruments; requiring basic skills knowledge.
• Ability to navigate multiple windows in company Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) system to access production and technical resource data.
• Ability to frequently lift or move material weighing over 25 lbs. and up to 60 lbs.
• Aptitude to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and use of drawings and specifications where some interpretation is required.
• Knowledgeof basic math, including decimals and fractions.
• Experience usingvariety of power tools andmaterial handling equipment.

The CNC Machine Operator will work primarily in a production setting where safety equipment or personal protective gear is required. Frequent exposure in production plant where large equipment and noise are prevalent.

This position is reported into the site every day.

This position has no direct reports.

Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and certifications.

Salary range: $26.33 USD - $28.26 USD

With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.

Taco employees benefit from a company that:

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential