CNC Operator 1st Shift

Ascential Technologies; California (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascential Technologies is seeking an entry-level CNC Operator I. The role emphasizes teamwork and basic machining knowledge, with no prior machining experience required. You will follow instructions to produce required parts, operate mills and lathes, and maintain quality and safety standards.

The position focuses on learning and contributing to smooth operations across shifts, documenting actions, and updating job knowledge through ongoing education. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position.
• No previous machining experience required.
• Must have some knowledge of machining.
• Team-focused with strong written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Operates mills and lathes by following instructions, including zero and reference points.
• Loads stock into position on the feed mechanism.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adheres to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs; updates job knowledge by educational opportunities.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for new requests and adding value to job accomplishments.
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts meet customer and company standards.

Skills

Manual Mill

Lathe

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

This is an entry level position. There is no requirement for previous machining experience. However, CNC Operator I should have some knowledge of machining. This persons values should be centered around working in a team atmosphere to encompass a smooth flow across all operations. Good written and oral communications skills are essential.

Primary skills and responsibilities:

• Manual Mill/Lathe experience helpful
• Follows work instructions to maintain repeatability in quality parts.
• Follows Job orders to produce only the amount required
• Operates mills and lathes by following instructions, including zero and reference points.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Follow quality standards to ensure parts are to the customer and company standards
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity