CNC Operator IV - 2nd Shift - Monday-Thursday - 4:15pm-2:45am

Fox Factory, Inc.; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Factory, Inc. in Georgia is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to load, program and inspect parts during the machining process. You will ensure parts meet precise tolerances and production standards while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires handling 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills and lathes, performing basic set-ups, deburring, polishing and training junior operators as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent is required.
• 7+ years of prior experience operating CNC machinery.
• Experienced with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills/lathes.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area / 5S standards.
• Load, unload, and inspect parts, aiming for target hourly production rates.
• Run multiple CNC jobs handling complex parts.
• De-burr, polish, and clean parts as required.
• Train less experienced CNC operators.

Skills

CNC skills

Time management

Judgment & decision making

Train others

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauge pins

Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

Position Summary

Operator will load, unload, and inspect parts during the CNC machining process. Operator will be responsible for the quality and quantity of the parts being produced and for achieving production standards.

Position Responsibilities

• Observe all safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area / 5S standards.
• Follow documented operator procedures such as work instructions, inspection plans and check sheets, and posted operator notes.
• Runs multiple CNC jobs dealing with complex parts.
• Loads, unloads, and inspect parts being machined while maintaining target hourly production rates.
• Consistently produces parts with less than 2% scrap rate.
• Operates a variety of 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes, along with secondary operations.
• Operates machining automation (where used).
• De-burrs, polishes, and cleans parts as required.
• Capable of performing cut down operations.
• Interpret all dimensions and GD&T on print, read and understand tolerance block, local notes, revision level, surface finish, etc.
• Performs basic math calculations, including addition and subtraction of decimals.
• Maintains dimensional tolerances as tight as ±.0003".
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, etc.
• Can execute machine offsets and tooling changes independently.
• Maintains accurate part counts, fills out box tags and job/quantity tracker, and enters data into manufacturing systems / programs.
• Has the ability to assess job performance, determine when a job is not running efficiently, and make changes when appropriate.
• Report and collaborate with supervisor/lead performing advanced troubleshooting for machining problems.
• Collaborate with supervisor and / or technical team on possible improvements to implement.
• Performs basic CNC machine set-up tasks like length changes on like part families.
• Performs basic CNC machine maintenance tasks.
• Train less experienced CNC operators.
• Other duties as needed.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Excellent working knowledge of CNC functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation on 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgement and decision-making capabilities.
• Trains CNC operators.

Position Qualifications

Education: HS graduate or equivalent.

• 7+ years of prior experience operating CNC machinery required.
• Experienced operating 3-axis, 4-axis , and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes.
• Experienced with basic machine setups like length changes on like part families required.