CNC Machinist - Precision, Quality & Safety

Wabtec Corp.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. in Jackson, TN is seeking a dedicated CNC Machine Operator to join our Heat Transfer & Energy Solutions team.

You will follow work instructions and blueprints to fabricate a wide variety of parts, ensuring quality and safety are top priorities on every shift. You will perform routine machine maintenance, adjust programs, and collaborate with welders and other operators to meet daily production goals while maintaining a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend industrial blueprints.
• Must possess the ability to use tools and equipment that are needed to perform the assembly operations in an industrial setting.
• Must have good listening and communication skills.
• Able to work well with others and to be a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Position workpiece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade.
• Pushes buttons or depress pedal to activate machine.
• Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece with a powered hand tools.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
• Perform minor program changes , properly save and check them.
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding experience

Team player

Good listening & communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Wabtec Corp. in Jackson, TN is seeking a dedicated CNC Machine Operator to join our Heat Transfer & Energy Solutions team.

You will follow work instructions and blueprints to fabricate a wide variety of parts, ensuring quality and safety are top priorities on every shift. You will perform routine machine maintenance, adjust programs, and collaborate with welders and other operators to meet daily production goals while maintaining a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.