CNC Operator 1st & 2nd Shift Opportunities

Craftsmen Industries, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Job summary

Craftsmen Industries in St. Charles, MO is seeking a CNC Operator on 1st and 2nd shift to setup, operate, and maintain CNC machinery to manufacture precision components for trailers and vehicles.

The role requires interpreting drawings, selecting tooling, verifying dimensions, and ensuring quality with attention to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years CNC machining experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, routers, plasma tables per drawings.
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine machining requirements.
• Load materials and tooling; ensure proper setup and alignment.
• Monitor offsets and adjust to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Inspect parts with calipers and gauges to verify tolerances.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Assist with tool changes and routine machine maintenance.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Machining fundamentals

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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About Craftsmen Industries

Craftsmen Industries custom manufactures unique specialty trailers and vehicles and large format printed elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands across the industry spectrum including Boeing, PepsiCo, and Anheuser-Busch. We pride ourselves on creating our products fully in-house from initial design and engineering to fabrication and the finishing touches of graphics and paint.

Our Craftsmen team includes one subsidiary, Schantz Manufacturing. Schantz focuses on custom manufacturing of concession trailers for the fair and festival industry.

Guided by our values, we BUILD by helping bring ideas to life in a dynamic and collaborative environment and we’re looking for talented individuals to grow with us!

• What Do We Offer?
• Competitive compensation.
• Career development opportunities.
• Benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision.
• 401(k) Match and Much More!
• Position Title: CNC Operator*- 1st and 2nd Shift Opportunities***
• Location: St. Charles, MO

A CNC Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining CNC machining equipment used to manufacture precision components for custom trailers, displays, and specialty vehicles. This position requires the ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings, select appropriate tooling, verify dimensions, and produce quality parts that meet customer and engineering specifications. A successful candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and safety.

This work environment is dynamic and versatile in nature, where employees are expected to wear multiple hats and handle a variety of tasks. This role requires a high level of adaptability, as daily tasks and priorities may shift based on production schedules and customer.

Requirements

Employees Gain Hands-on Experience Across Multiple manufacturing disciplines while developing advanced CNC machining and manufacturing skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by following company safety policies, OSHA standards and proper use of PPE.
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, routers, plasma tables, or other CNC equipment to manufacture components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, work orders, setup sheets, technical specifications to determine machining requirements.
• Load materials, fixtures, and tooling while ensuring proper machine setup and alignment.
• Monitor machine operation and make approved offsets or adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, and gauges.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards.
• Identify machining issues, tooling wear, or equipment concerns and communicate them to Team Leads, Supervisors, or Engineering personnel.
• Replace worn tooling and perform routine machine maintenance, lubrication, and housekeeping.
• Deburr, clean, and prepare machined components for assembly, welding, finishing, or inspection.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and quality documentation as required.
• Assist with fixture changes, tooling organization, and machine changeovers to support production schedules.
• Work under supervision to meet customer specifications, quality requirements, and production deadlines.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and workstations in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on machining quality, efficiency, setup reduction, and waste elimination.
• Follow all safety procedures and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist with material handling, loading, unloading, and movement of raw materials and finished components throughout the facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience operating CNC machining equipment in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent technical education/training.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, setup sheets, and technical work instructions.
• Ability to accurately use precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, tape measures, gauges, and indicators.
• Basic understanding of machining principles, tooling, feeds and speeds, and material properties.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely operate CNC equipment and related manufacturing machinery.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality, precision pa