CNC Machining Operator (4p-2a Mon-Thurs)

Pace Industries, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Industries, LLC is hiring a General Operator to support customer needs in the CNC machining department. Responsibilities include operating machines, inspecting products, and maintaining a clean work environment. Candidates should possess strong mechanical and communication skills, with a High School education or equivalent.

This position requires the ability to work on various machines, basic math skills, and a willingness to learn new operations. Join a company committed to diversity and employee development.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent required.
• Ability to move between machines as needed.
• Knowledge of molds and casting process theory.
• Mechanical ability to assist in operations.
• Basic math skills necessary for the role.
• Interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations to support customer needs in CNC machining.
• Lift and secure parts for machine setup.
• Operate automatic machines and inspect products for quality.
• Record production transactions accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

CNC work experience

Mechanical ability

Basic math skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

High School/GED or equivalent

Job description

Summary

The General Operator will perform all operations required to support customer needs in the CNC machining department. Must be able and willing to fill in and support any and all other class operations when a demand is needed. Must have the willingness to learn new operations as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Lift metal part or stock onto machine and secure it on machine table, in chuck, or holding fixture to assist in setting up machine.
• Feed metal parts or stock into automatic metal working machines and remove machined part from machine after prescribed period of time or at end of machining cycle.
• Change and replace tools when necessary, as experience is gained.
• Observe continuous operation of automatic machines to ensure that products meet product and quality specifications and that the machine achieves maximum uptime.
• Produce and visually inspect products for surface and obvious dimensional defects to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Accurately record production transactions and work time.
• Ability to perform basic measurement and basic math tasks.
• Also required to perform machining, sub‑assembly work, or finishing die castings.
• Participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement Process.
• Perform general housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Follow the requirements of the Quality Policy, ISO/TS system, and procedures and participate in the Continuous Quality process.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
• Must follow all safety rules and policies as set forth by OSHA guidelines and Pace Industries, including wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other associated duties, functions or work as may be needed or assigned to continue the productive operation of the company.
• Setup assistance duties as needed: Perform and assist in the set up and adjustments of equipment as experience is gained; Demonstrate ability to make correct decisions based on machinery capability and die‑cast knowledge; Capable of setting up and operating die‑cast dies, mechanical systems and ancillary equipment in both manual and automatic modes; Ability to troubleshoot and problem‑solve to allow adjustments or corrections to ensure peak production performance.

Qualifications

• High School/GED/ or equivalent.
• Ability to move between machines as needed.
• Knowledge of molds and casting process theory.
• Mechanical ability.
• Basic math skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills.
• Problem‑solving ability.
• CNC work experience desired.

Key Position Competencies

• Communications – Listening, Reading comprehension, Speaking and Writing.
• Cognition – Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgment, and Problem Solving.
• Personal Effectiveness – Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results Focus & Initiative, Safety Focus, Self‑management, Stress tolerance, and Tact.
• Interaction with Others – Influencing Others, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Valuing Diversity.

EEO Statement

Pace Industries has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity, and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify the hiring department by the application deadline.