CNC Operator

Niktor LLC; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Niktor LLC in Waterbury, CT is seeking a CNC Operator for a 12-month assignment. You will operate CNC machines, set up tooling, and ensure parts meet specifications with strict quality control.

The role requires blueprint reading, precision measurement, and adherence to safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; professional certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and reading blueprints.
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining centers and run multiple machines as required.
• Adjust tooling and work offsets to maintain specifications.
• Inspect own parts and co-workers' parts for quality.
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts, measure against prints.
• Use measurement tools to verify tolerances and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and follow safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Measurement accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical comparator

Job description

Job Title: CNC Operator

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Waterbury, CT 06705

Shift: M-F: 6AM-2:30PM

Pay Rate: $20-30/hr.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for producing machined parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machines while maintaining quality and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proficient in operation of assigned machining center. Required to run multiple machines simultaneously as required. Adjusts tooling and work off-sets.
• Experience with CNC Swiss Machines
• Understands how to read and apply information from blueprints in order to produce parts within the desired specifications.
• Performs quality inspection of own parts and co-worker's parts as required.
• Loads raw materials and unloads completed parts. Measures and gauges parts based on print and quality plan for part being produced. Makes adjustments to assure parts are being run to accurate specifications.
• Understands how to use measurement tools such as snap gage, digital calipers, micrometers, optical comparator and other measuring instruments.
• Communicates any problems to the set-up operator or area leader in a timely and effective manner.
• Utilizes QMA, MAZ, & SPC data bases as needed
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, including top-off of lubricants and coolants.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized work area by performing daily cleaning of equipment, chip removal, and removing all clutter from the work area.
• Adheres to all established procedures as well as quality and safety standards.
• Works under minimal direction.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the area leader.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED required; professional certification/education preferred
• 3-5 years' minimum relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, basic math and measuring instruments
• Good understanding of machining practices
• Must be able to read blueprints, specification drawings; read and interpret other written work instructions
• Must be able to use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices

Additional Characteristics:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position required the ability to lift 20+ lbs. occasionally, 10-20 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• This position may require standing and/or sitting for long periods of time, up to 8 hours per day.
• This position requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• This position may be exposed to various industrial cleaning chemicals and oils.