CNC Operator on 2nd Shift

Flint Hills Resources; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex, a Koch company and a leader in aerospace and defense solutions, is seeking a CNC Machine Operator in Phoenix, AZ. You will operate CNC machines to produce high-tolerance aerospace components and interpret blueprints.

Join a team focused on precision, continous improvement, and safety. Shift is 2nd, 3:30PM–2AM, Monday–Thursday; prior experience and GD&T knowledge preferred; benefits include competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year CNC machining experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiar with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Basic machine setup and tooling understanding.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace-grade components with precision and consistency.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and report any mechanical issues.
• Inspect finished parts using measurement tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to troubleshoot and optimize production processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards.

Skills

CNC operations

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Measuring with calipers/micrometers

Machine setup

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Are you ready to launch your career in aerospace and defense manufacturing? As a CNC Machine Operator, you’ll play a critical role in producing precision components that support cutting-edge aviation and defense technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where quality and precision are paramount.

Our Team

You’ll be part of a dedicated manufacturing team that specializes in producing high-tolerance aerospace components. Our division thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellence to our defense and aviation partners.

Hours: 2nd Shift; 3:30PM - 2AM, Monday - Thursday.

What You Will Do

• Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace-grade components with precision and consistency.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and report any mechanical issues.
• Inspect finished parts using measurement tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to troubleshoot and optimize production processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Basic understanding of machine setup and tooling.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Familiarity with ISO or AS9100 quality standards.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines.
• Technical certification in CNC machining or related field.

In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division

With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments—from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.