CNC Operator - Mill

Trinity Employment; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TRINITY EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS in Claremore is seeking a Level 2 CNC Operator for day and night shifts. You will run CNC mills and lathes, load parts, monitor cycles, and perform in-process quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of CNC experience, can read blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, and maintain production output while following safety procedures. Stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years CNC machine operating experience preferred
• Experience operating CNC mills and/or lathes in a manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of G-code and M-code preferred
• Ability to identify tooling wear and report machine issues
• Familiarity with CNC machine offsets and basic tool changes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tolerances, and specifications
• Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections
• Understanding of basic machining processes and shop safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent part quality
• Ability to work independently and meet daily production goals

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce parts per work instructions
• Load and unload parts; start and monitor machine cycles
• Perform in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Verify parts meet print specifications and quality standards
• Change tools and offsets as directed (no full setups required)
• Maintain accurate production counts and basic documentation
• Keep work area clean and follow all safety procedures

Skills

CNC machine operation

CNC mills and lathe experience

G-code and M-code understanding

Tooling wear identification

CNC offsets and tool changes

Blueprint reading and interpretation

First-piece and in-process inspection

Machining processes knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent night shift work

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

CNC Operator - Mill

Schedule: 1st shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM 2nd shift: Monday - Friday, 4:00PM - 12:00AM Pay: $20/hour Location: Claremore, Ok

Additional Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC machine operating experience preferred
• Experience operating CNC mills and/or lathes in a manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of G-code and M-code preferred
• Ability to identify tooling wear and report machine issues
• Familiarity with CNC machine offsets and basic tool changes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tolerances, and specifications
• Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections
• Understanding of basic machining processes and shop safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent part quality
• Ability to work independently and meet daily production goals

Position Summary: We are hiring Level 2 CNC Operators for the day and night shifts in a precision manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for operators who can independently run CNC machines and produce quality parts but do not perform full machine setups or advanced troubleshooting. You'll be responsible for keeping production moving, maintaining quality standards, and supporting overall shop output during the night shift.

What You'll Do

• Operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce parts per work instructions
• Load and unload parts; start and monitor machine cycles
• Perform in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Verify parts meet print specifications and quality standards
• Change tools and offsets as directed (no full setups required)
• Maintain accurate production counts and basic documentation
• Keep work area clean and follow all safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Previous CNC machine operation experience (Level 2)
• Ability to read basic blueprints and follow work instructions
• Comfortable using precision measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently on night shift
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed

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