CNC Operator I

AMETEK, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a CNC Operator I for our first shift to produce machined parts by operating a CNC machine while upholding quality and safety standards. You will run multiple machines, adjust tooling, read blueprints, and perform self-inspection.

The role requires a HS diploma/GED, 1–3 years of CNC experience, and strong math and measuring skills. Overtime and team collaboration are common, with emphasis on accuracy and safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; professional certification/education preferred.
• 1–3 years' of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with CNC Machines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, basic math and measuring instruments.
• Must be able to read blueprints and specification drawings; read and interpret written work instructions.
• Must be able to use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently operate the assigned machining center; will be required to run multiple machines simultaneously.
• Adjust tooling and work offsets.
• Read and apply information from blueprints in order to produce parts within the desired specifications.
• Perform quality inspection of own parts and co-workers’ parts as required.
• Load raw materials and unload completed parts; measure and gauge parts based on print and quality plan for part being produced and make adjustments to assure parts are being run to accurate specifications.
• Proficiently use measurement tools such as snap gauge, digital calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and other measuring instruments.
• Communicate any problems to the set-up operator or area leader in a timely and effective manner.
• Utilize DNC & SPC databases as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, including top-off of lubricants and coolants.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area by performing daily cleaning of equipment, chip removal, and removing all clutter from the work area.
• Adhere to all established procedures as well as quality and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the area leader.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical comparator

Job description

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We are adding aCNC Operator I to our first shift team . The CNC Operator is responsible for producing machined parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine while maintaining quality and safety standards.

What you will do:

• Proficiently operate theassigned machining center; will berequired to run multiple machines simultaneously
• Adjusttooling and work off-sets
• Read and apply information from blueprints in order to produce parts within the desired specifications
• Performquality inspection of own parts and co-workers’ parts as required
• Loadraw materials and unloadcompleted parts;measureand gaugeparts based on print and quality plan for part being produced and makeadjustments to assure parts are being run to accurate specifications
• Proficiently use measurement tools such as snap gage, digital calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and other measuring instruments
• Communicateany problems to the set-up operator or area leader in a timely and effective manner
• UtilizeDNC & SPC databases as required
• Performpreventive maintenance on assigned equipment, including top-off of lubricants and coolants
• Maintaina neat, clean, and organized work area by performing daily cleaning of equipment, chip removal, and removing all clutter from the work area
• Adhereto all established procedures as well as quality and safety standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by the area leader

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or GED required; professional certification/education preferred
• 1-3 years' of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with CNC Machines
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, basic math and measuring instruments
• Good understanding of machining practices
• Must be able to read blueprints, and specification drawings; read and interpret other written work instructions
• Must be able to use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices

Additional characteristics:

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Team player who works in cooperation with others
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written
• Must be able to work under strict time constraints
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• Detail oriented

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 45,000

Salary Maximum: 70,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].