CNC Operator 2

Ascential Technologies; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascential Technologies in Three Rivers, MI is seeking an experienced CNC Operator I to join a team-focused environment. You will operate mills and lathes per work orders and blueprints, set tool registers and offsets, and ensure first-run validation and quality control.

The role requires three years of CNC experience, proficiency with GD&T, and strong math skills. Expect early hours (Mon–Thu) and continuous learning to improve processes and parts quality.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as a CNC Operator I.
• Ability to read engineering plans and blueprints.
• GD&T knowledge.
• Strong math and trigonometry skills.
• Experience with setting tool registers, offsets, and switches.

Responsibilities

• Operates mills and/or lathes by following work orders and engineering plans (blueprints), including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, and switches.
• Calculates requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; applies GD&T as needed.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; proves out part programs.
• Maintains equipment through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting; replaces worn tools and adjusts offsets.
• Documents actions and discontinuities to maintain continuity across shifts; completes production and quality logs.

Skills

CNC Operator I

Multiaxis machining

GD&T

Blueprints / work orders

Team collaboration

Quality assurance

Tools

Mills & Lathes

Tool setting

Offsets & references

Measurement tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Specifications: Experience working with various different types of material is a requirement as the foresight of how the different materials react to machining affects the outcome of the part extensively. Operating 5+ axis machines is helpful. Working in a team atmosphere to encompass a smooth flow across all operations. Good written and oral communications skills are essential.

Working hours are 5:00am-3:30pm Mon-Thurs

Primary Skills And Responsibilities

• Three years’ experience as a CNC Operator I
• Operates mills and or lathes by following work orders, engineering plans (blueprints), including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, and conditional switches
• Calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; (GD&T).
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; proving out part programs.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting offsets; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains equipment by completing assigned preventive maintenance; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling maintenance for repairs and/or assistance.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Complete production and quality logs as assigned
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests;
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts are to the customer and company standards
  • Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity

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