CNC Operator Lathe/Mill

Task Force Tips; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturer is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join their team in Valparaiso. This role is crucial in producing high-quality parts for firefighting equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency. As part of a dedicated team, you'll operate CNC machines, read blueprints, and perform quality inspections, contributing directly to the mission of saving lives and protecting property. Join a company that values its culture and offers competitive wages, generous vacation time, and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for precision and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Free Employee Clinic

Competitive Wages

Generous Vacation & PTO Time

On-Site Workout Center

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Paid Holidays

Caregiver & Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CNC operations and ability to interpret blueprints.
• Experience with precision measuring tools and quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce quality parts and perform inspections.
• Read blueprints and ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

CNC control functions

Precision measuring instruments

Mathematics

OSHA safety precautions

Communication skills

Tools

CNC machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

• Free Employee Franciscan HEALTHeACCESS Clinic
• Competitive Wages with an exceptional shift differential rate
• Terrific Family Time – We Pay You to Go on Vacation!
• Caregiver & Parental Leave – Family Matters!
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Vacation & PTO Time
• On-Site Workout Center
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs – We recognize our Rockstars!

Task Force Tips, LLC is an established manufacturer of firefighting equipment based in Valparaiso, IN. Our continuous improvement process ensures we help first responders save lives and protect property more safely and effectively than the day before. TFT is part of Madison Industries, one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world.

Our Culture is Contagious! Come grow with us and be part of the TFT Proud Culture! Be a part of saving lives and protecting property by putting life-saving products in the hands of our first responders!

We are seeking a CNC Machine Operator who is responsible for operating CNC machines to produce quality parts for the assembly of products. Performing quality inspections to ensure parts meet specifications and communicating with the team will help connect and align with our company mission of helping to save lives and protect property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports daily at beginning of shift to supervisor for assignments and instructions.
• Operate CNC machines and ensure parts comply with specifications and quality standards.
• Read, interpret, and make practical application of blueprints, including determining which tool makes each cut on parts.
• Read and interpret measurements of parts using various precision instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Properly handles inspections of parts/gauging/quality.
• Loads/unload parts and bar feeder on CNC machine, including unlocking, opening, loading, feeding, closing, relocking, and starting machine.
• Safely operates general machine shop equipment properly.
• Follows company rules and regulations.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Proactively offers suggestions for the improvement of a product, process, or practice.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures.
• Good understanding of CNC control functions and ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to count and make simple arithmetic additions and subtractions and use mathematics.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, observe and read instruments, gauges and dials, and use technical manuals.
• Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, work rapidly for long periods and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with other company personnel, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Ability to regularly work scheduled hours including weekends.