CNC Operator - 2nd Shift

Milacron; Mount Orab (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milacron in Mt. Orab, Ohio, is seeking a 2nd Shift CNC Operator to grind and finish metal parts to specification, inspect products for quality, and support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

You will grind, inspect, and measure parts, interpret complex drawings, and collaborate with quality and production to address issues while maintaining safety and 5S standards. This role requires basic math and the ability to work with equipment and tools on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Technical Program Certificate or 1+ year of related experience.
• Experience operating grinding equipment and machines.
• Ability to inspect parts and record results accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and handle materials.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Professional interaction with customers and employees.
• Flexibility in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to use power tools and manufacturing equipment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, quality, and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Grind metal parts to smooth or rough finishes per specifications.
• Remove burrs and excess metal using grinding equipment.
• Inspect and measure workpieces to verify conformance with specs.
• Select and mount abrasive wheels to achieve required finishes.
• Verify product accuracy using travelers and production documentation.
• Inspect various parts and record inspection results.
• Interpret drawings, process sheets, and specs.
• Collaborate with quality and production to address defects.
• Monitor machine performance and perform preventative maintenance.
• Use precision measuring tools and equipment while maintaining safety and 5S.
• Recommend improvements and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Grinding

Reading drawings

Inspection methods

Measuring tools

Overhead crane

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Math skills

Process improvement

Education

Technical Program Certificate

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Milacron is looking for a 2nd Shift CNC Operator to join our team in Mt. Orab, Ohio. In this position, you will be responsible for grinding and finishing metal parts to specification, inspecting products for quality compliance, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Work You’ll Do:

• Grind metal objects, including castings, billets, and machine parts, to smooth or rough-finish surfaces according to specifications.
• Remove excess metal, scratches, and burrs using rotating grinding equipment.
• Examine and measure workpieces to verify conformance with engineering specifications and company standards.
• Select and mount abrasive wheels of varying grit sizes to achieve required finishes.
• Verify product accuracy using job travelers and related production documentation.
• Inspect a wide variety of commercial and manufactured parts and accurately record inspection results.
• Interpret complex drawings, process sheets, sectional views, and company standards.
• Collaborate with quality and production management to address manufacturing issues and defects.
• Monitor machine performance, perform preventative maintenance, and maintain required fluid levels on equipment.
• Utilize precision measuring tools, overhead cranes, power tools, and other equipment while maintaining safety, quality, delivery, cost, 5S, housekeeping, teamwork, and attendance standards.
• Recommend product and process improvements and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Technical Program Certificate, or 1+ years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience operating grinding equipment, machines, and products required.
• Ability to inspect parts and use inspection methodologies to record results accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, process sheets, and engineering specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and tools.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and safely handle materials.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and employees.
• Demonstrated flexibility in high-pressure situations, changing priorities, and new assignments.
• Ability to utilize power tools and various manufacturing equipment as needed.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, quality, and workplace safety.