CNC Operator

Inalfa Roof Systems Group B.V.; Tailholt (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Healthcare plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Inalfa Roof Systems is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to set up and run CNC mills and lathes, read blueprints, and ensure part accuracy. You will work in the Maintenance & Technical Services department at the Cherokee Assembly location on a full-time, on-site basis.

Responsibilities include tool changes, basic machine adjustments, and ensuring quality parts. Familiarity with IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 is valued along with a proactive mindset for safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Proficient in G-code and M-code programming.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Familiar with GD&T and precision tolerances.
• IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines safely and efficiently to manufacture parts per specifications.
• Set up and run CNC mills, lathes, and other equipment.
• Read blueprints and engineering drawings; interpret work instructions.
• Perform tool changes, offsets, and basic machine adjustments.
• Verify part dimensions with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Document completed jobs and inspections.
• Troubleshoot minor machining issues and support maintenance.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

G-code & M-code

3-axis CNC

Hurco WinMax

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

3-5 years Fabricator/Die Maker experience

Job description

We open up your world with every drive Would you like to work on the development of roof systems for future car models together with some of the market leaders in the automotive industry? Inalfa Roof Systems is a world leading supplier for OEM automotive roof systems and still growing strong. Are you ready to grow with us? Are you ready to shift into the next gear of your career?

As a CNC Operator with Inalfa, you are in the driver’s seat to set up and run CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment, cut precise parts from raw materials like metal and plastic, and operate manual shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other fabrication tools.

Job Title: CNC Operator

Department: Maintenance & Technical Services

Reports To: Juvenalis Karuma

FLSA status: Hourly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate CNC machines safely and efficiently to manufacture parts according to specifications
• Set up and run CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions
• Perform tool changes, offsets, and basic machine adjustments
• Verify part dimensions using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Inspect completed parts to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy
• Maintain proper documentation for completed jobs and inspections
• Troubleshoot minor machining or tooling issues and troubleshoot major concerns when needed
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and daily cleaning on machines and shop equipment
• Operate manual shop equipment such as drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other fabrication tools
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and lockout/tagout practices
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help reduce scrap and downtime
• Assist with fixture setup, tooling organization, and shop organization as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating CNC mills and CNC lathes
• Experience programming CNC machines using G-code and M-code
• Experience operating 3-axis CNC machining centers
• Experience with Hurco WinMax controls or similar CNC control systems preferred
• Ability to operate manual mills and manual lathes preferred
• Ability to safely use common shop tools and fabrication equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Knowledge of machining tolerances and basic GD&T preferred
• IATF 16949/ ISO14001 / ISO 45001

RESPONSIBILITIES: The IATF16949and ISO14001 responsibilities listed below are required for this position. Adhere to all IATF16949 (Quality) / ISO14001 (Environmental) / ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) procedures as related to the operations department function.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferably 3-5 years’ Experience as Fabricator/Die Maker

Ability to operate Lathe; saws; mill; grinder; etc.

Previous work experience as a Fabricator/Die Maker.

AWS certification and advanced welding experience.

Basic knowledge of engineering design and manufacturing procedures.

Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.

Proficiency with metal fabrication tools including shears, rollers, flame cutters, and drill presses.

Advanced mathematical and engineering skills.

Ability to lift and manipulate large metal objects.

Ability to stand for long periods.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for periods up to 12 hours; use extremities repetitively to manipulate and grasp objects, vibratory tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. The employee must be able to repetitively lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

What can you expect from us?

• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Healthcare, dental, prescription drug insurance plans.
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance plans.
• Disability benefits.

Our Core Values are One Inalfa, Ownership, Ambition and Progress.

WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT!

Location Cherokee Assembly

Time Type Full time

Contact Person Verna Ginyard

Inalfa Roof Systems creates exceptional in-vehicle experiences for people all over the world. Our goal is to be the first-choice partner for the automotive industry in roof systems and integrated technologies. “We open up your world with every drive” is both a promise and an ambition. It's at the heart of what we do. With our 5.500 colleagues in 14 locations worldwide, we enable all drivers and passengers to experience more fresh air and natural light, and have a greater connection to the outside world. We seamlessly integrate our technology to make driving easy and more enjoyable. www.inalfa-roofsystems.com Ownership, One Inalfa, Ambition, Progress Working at Inalfa means working in an international environment where you will have the opportunity to work with leading OEM’s in the automotive industry. We focus on working as a team and solving problems together. We will encourage you to grow and to develop yourself. Your work matters here and new ideas are always welcome! We live by the motto “we are in it to win it” and are guided by our four values: Ownership, Ambition, Progress and One Inalfa.