CNC Operator II — 5-Axis Milling/Turning Specialist

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

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.