CNC Operator III

ADP, Inc.; Brownsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown company seeks a CNC - Machine Operator to operate and set up CNC equipment, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet drawing tolerances on a heavy industrial shop floor.

You will select materials, program, set up, and run CNC machines, adjust machining parameters, inspect parts, and perform routine maintenance while adhering to safety standards and production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery to cut, bend, and form materials to tight tolerances.
• Select, align, and secure materials, tooling, and fixtures based on production requirements.
• Program, set up, and run machines; adjust speeds and feeds for accuracy.
• Inspect finished parts for conformity to drawings and tolerances.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform basic preventive maintenance; report issues.

Skills

CNC Equipment Operation

Blueprint Reading

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Teamwork & Communication

Preventive Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The CNC - Machine Operator will be responsible for the assigned to operate and set up numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate parts, applying knowledge of shop math, machinability of materials and drawings for the following equipment:

• Plasma machines
• Pacific press
• Standard press

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

CNC Operation

• Select, align, and secure materials, tooling, and fixtures based on production requirements.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC machinery to cut, bend, and form materials to precise tolerances.
• Regulate machining factors such as speed, feed rate, depth, and angle to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Execute production runs according to the daily schedule while maintaining adherence to all safety and quality standards.
• Inspect finished parts to verify compliance with drawings and dimensional tolerances.
• Maintain machine cleanliness, perform basic preventive maintenance, and report any equipment issues to supervision.

Equipment Setup & Operation

• Ability to run overhead crane (once certified)
• Determine part dimensions, sequence of operations, and setup
• Properly mark parts and complete storage for the next shop

Measurement & Quality Control

• Ability to read tape measure to the 1/16th inch and verify results
• Perform quality checks (plate tolerances, bend tolerances)

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational checks and cleanup at beginning and end of shifts
• Responsible for daily maintenance (cleaning, lubricating, oil changes)
• Notify maintenance for preventive maintenance (PM)
• Troubleshoot to operator’s level maintenance
• Keep daily inventory of work-in-process (WIP) and stock materials

ADVANCEMENT STANDARDS

• CNC 1 – 3+ machines and supervisor recommendation

COMPETENCIES

• CNC Equipment Operation & Equipment Setup
• Blueprint Reading & Technical Understanding
• Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Safety Awareness & Compliance
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork & Communication

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Experience:
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the marine, or steel fabrication industry

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy industrial worksite environment
• Exposure to outdoor elements, extreme heat and cold, dust, chemicals, and loud noise
• Standing for extended periods; lifting, bending, crouching, climbing, and working in confined spaces
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Safety-sensitive position; subject to pre-employment and reasonable-suspicion drug testing
• Overtime and flexible scheduling required