CNC Operator 3 (46165)

Haas Automation, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a CNC Operator 3 to operate and adjust CNC or manual machines. This position offers a salary range of $21.00 - $33.00 per hour and requires relocation to Henderson, NV by January 2027. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience and a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include following safety requirements, reading blueprints, inspecting parts, and operating material-handling equipment. The role is primarily on-site and involves frequent physical demands and use of hand tools.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in a relevant field.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust CNC or manual machines to produce parts.
• Inspect finished parts and ensure they meet specifications.
• Follow safety requirements and work instructions.

Skills

Basic understanding of CNC programming

Ability to read blueprints

Use precision measuring instruments

Material handling equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Summary

CNC Operator 3 – Salary Range: $21.00 - $33.00 per hour. Must be willing to relocate to Henderson, NV by January 2027. As the largest machine tool builder in the western world, we need world‑class talent across all departments. Operator 3 operates and adjusts CNC or manual machines to produce parts per specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow safety requirements within the department.
• Access and understand daily and weekly schedules.
• Locate, read, and follow work instructions displayed electronically (iPad).
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Inspect finished parts.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify part integrity.
• Load and unload parts correctly.
• Manage applicable tools, including awareness of tool life and wear.
• Adjust machines to maintain part integrity.
• Restart machines at the required place in the operation.
• Operate material‑handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jack, cranes, and mobile straddle‑stacker lift.
• Report damage to a supervisor or manager.
• Follow instructions, procedures, and elevate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity and adhere to rules, procedures, and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic understanding of CNC programming.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Desired Qualifications

None specified.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Additional one to three months of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

5‑10 years in relevant field.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions and safety rules in English. Capable of presenting information in one‑on‑one or small group settings.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units, compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Apply common sense and understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram instruction, solving problems involving several concrete variables.

Physical Demands

• Standing – frequently.
• Sitting – occasionally.
• Walking – occasionally.
• Bending (neck) – frequently.
• Bending (waist) – rarely.
• Squatting – frequently.
• Twisting (neck) – frequently.
• Twisting (waist) – frequently.
• Climbing – frequently.
• Kneeling – frequently.
• Crawling – frequently.
• Reaching (above shoulder level) – frequently.
• Reaching (below shoulder level) – frequently.

Hand Use

• Repetitive use of hand – frequently.
• Simple grasping – frequently.
• Power grasping – frequently.
• Fine manipulation – frequently.
• Pushing & pulling – frequently.

Vision

• Close vision – required.
• Distance vision – required.
• Color vision – required.
• Peripheral vision – required.
• Depth perception – required.
• Adjust focus – required.

Lifting Requirements

• 0-10 lbs – frequently.
• 11-25 lbs – frequently.
• 26-50 lbs – frequently.
• 51-60 lbs – occasionally.
• 61+ lbs – occasionally.

Equipment Use

Computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc. – occasionally.

Work Environment

• Noise level – loud.
• General office or engineering lab – never.
• Production floor – constantly.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration – frequently.
• Exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes, or airborne particles – occasionally.
• Exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or heat – frequently.
• Exposed to risk of electrical shock – rarely.