CNC Operator II

Dixon Valve Company; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group in West Chester, Ohio is seeking a CNC Operator II to set up, operate, and maintain CNC machinery for precision part production. You will read blueprints, load and secure workpieces, and ensure strict quality and on‑time production in a team‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities include tooling changes, real‑time process monitoring, QC first‑article approvals, and documenting machine data. Candidates should have a high school diploma and CNC experience, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators).
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and operate CNC machines to maintain production.
• Interpret blueprints and specifications to determine machine settings and tooling.
• Load, position, and secure workpieces using holding devices and hoists.
• Adjust controls and feeds to mill parts to exact specs.
• Monitor process and make adjustments to uphold quality and productivity.
• Tear down and set up tooling, barfeeders, and robotic systems for first‑article QC approvals.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure conformance.
• Document production data and machine settings per company protocols.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine servicing with lubricants.
• Adhere to safety protocols and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with machinists and engineers to optimize performance.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

CNC operation

Precision measurement

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machinery

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

Location: 7280 Union Centre Blvd, West Chester, OH 45014

Work Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Competitive Compensation

Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!

The Dixon Group is looking for a CNC Operator II to join our team in West Chester, Ohio! In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery to produce high-quality precision parts. You will work closely with engineering and machining colleagues to ensure production schedules are met safely, efficiently, and to exact specifications. At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, calibrate, and operate CNC machines to ensure smooth, continuous production.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine precise machine settings and tooling requirements.
• Load, position, and secure workpieces using holding devices and hoists.
• Adjust machine controls, engage automatic feeding mechanisms, or manually move cutters/materials to mill workpieces to exact specifications.
• Change blocks, pushers, and spindle liners as needed.
• Monitor the manufacturing process in real time, making necessary adjustments to uphold strict quality and productivity standards.
• Tear down and set up tooling, barfeeders, and robotic systems, obtain initial Quality Control (QC) first-article approvals, and prepare machines for Level I Operators to run routine production jobs.
• Inspect finished workpieces using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, comparators) to ensure full conformance with specifications.
• Follow work orders and production schedules to guarantee on-time task completion.
• Utilize production control systems (including shop orders and eKanban) to track workflow.
• Accurately document production data, machine settings, tooling changes, and downtime per company protocols.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, servicing equipment with coolant, grease, and lubricants while maintaining proper fluid ratios.
• Maintain equipment to maximize performance and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Partner with machinists, engineers, and cross-functional team members to optimize machine performance and troubleshoot issues.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent degree required.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and engineering specifications accurately.
• Hands‑on experience setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, excellent attention to detail, strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities, and the capacity to make process improvement suggestions.
• Familiarity with shop order workflows and production tracking systems.
• Ability to stand for long periods; squat, lift, stretch, and bend; lift up to 50 pounds; operate all types of hand, power, and measuring tools; and possess the manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to rapidly adjust machine controls and handle precise objects.
• Dedicated, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, loyal, and a team player motivated by goal completion, growth opportunities, job security, peer recognition, and self‑starting initiatives.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family‑owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values‑based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)