CNC Operator III

Bison®; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Bison® is seeking an experienced CNC Operator III for the 1st shift to produce machined parts by setting up CNC machines and maintaining quality and safety in the shop.

In this role you will read engineering prints, select tooling, perform tool changes, run multiple machines, and participate in continuous improvement efforts to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Mazak and Mazatrol experience is preferred.
• At least 6 years of CNC experience with CNC programming knowledge.
• Ability to interpret and understand engineering prints.
• Willing to work overtime as needed; meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC machines; run multiple machines efficiently.
• Select setup tooling and fixtures; adjust offsets; edit programs.
• Read prints to ensure parts meet specifications; perform first-piece inspection.
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts; measure and adjust per print.
• Use measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, optical comparators) to verify parts.
• Communicate delays or problems to area leader; promote teamwork.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines.

Skills

Mazak Mazatrol

Machining practices

Reading engineering prints

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Oracle experience

Education

High school diploma or GED; Associate Degree or CNC Certificate

Tools

Mazak Mazatrol

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Operator III to join our 1st shift team. This role is responsible for producing machined parts by setting up computer numerical control (CNC) machines. The position is also accountable for maintaining quality and safety standards within the assigned work area and provides skilled support to all areas of the machine shop.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Operator III to join our 1st shift team. This role is responsible for producing machined parts by setting up computer numerical control (CNC) machines. The position is also accountable for maintaining quality and safety standards within the assigned work area and provides skilled support to all areas of the machine shop.

What You Will Do

• Proficiently operate and perform change-overs and set-up of all machines; Run multiple machines simultaneously while keeping all machines in the department operational and running efficiently.


• Select appropriate set-up tooling and fixtures for machines as needed; Adjust tooling and work off-sets and troubleshoot advanced and complex programs, and perform editing of current programs if needed. Write or develop programs for machines.


• Understand how to read and apply information from prints in order to produce parts within the desired specifications; Perform inspection and documentation of first-piece articles


• 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


• Understand how to use measurement tools such as snap gage, digital calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and other measuring instruments


• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner any delays or problems to the area leader; Actively promote cooperation and teamwork within and outside the department and offer assistance to others as needed


• Perform preventive maintenance on machines including topping-off 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


• Participate in continuous improvement efforts including 5-S, processes, productivity, quality, and safety initiatives; Assist with establishing quality and safety standards and in assuring these standards are followed


• Work independently performing change-overs and set-ups and running parts as the manufacturing schedule dictates


• Perform other duties as assigned by the area leader

What We Are Looking For

• Mazak and Mazatrol experience is preferred


• High school diploma or GED is required, but prefer an Associate Degree or Certificates in CNC Machining Technology


• At least 6 years of CNC experience with highly-skilled understanding of CNC programming language is required


• Experience with gear hobbing preferred


• Strong understanding of machining practices


• Ability to interpret and understand engineering prints


• Good working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, basic math, and measuring instruments


• Excellent troubleshooting skills


• Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills


• Must be able to work under strict time constraints


• Must be willing to work overtime as needed


• Oracle experience is considered a plus