CNC Operator – Swing

Jobtailor; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a CNC Machinist to manufacture precision parts in a heavy manufacturing environment in Reno, NV. You will operate lathes and milling machines, read drawings, and maintain strict tolerances with precision measuring tools.

You will interpret specifications, set up equipment, and perform first-piece inspection while maintaining ISO quality standards and safe operations. Flexible shifts may be required; you’ll join a team focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1–3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing/machine shop setting at any level.
• Preferred 3–5 years’ experience operating CNC machines such as lathes and milling machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments, including calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales.
• Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings and specifications.
• Intermediate understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions.
• Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Adaptability to changing work environments, competing demands, frequent change, delays, and unexpected events.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.
• Basic math skills
• Swing shift availability: Monday–Friday, 3:30pm–12:00am

Responsibilities

• Manufacture a multitude of machined parts under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist.
• Produce quality, defect-free parts on CNC machines including lathes and milling machines.
• Load parts, prove tapes, operate controls, set offsets, and inspect parts for conformance to requirements.
• Interpret drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequence, and setup requirements.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Adhere to state and federal law, the Company ISO Quality Program and procedures, company policies, and safety and environmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

CNC Machining

Lathe Operation

Milling Machine Operation

Precision Measurement

Geometric Tolerancing

Tool Holder Knowledge

Cutting Tool Application

Basic Math Skills

Quality Inspection

Setup Requirements

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

ID Micrometers

OD Micrometers

Depth Gages

Indicators

Scales

Job description

• Manufacture a multitude of machined parts under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist
• Produce quality, defect-free parts on CNC machines including lathes and milling machines
• Load parts, prove tapes, operate controls, set offsets, and inspect parts for conformance to requirements
• Interpret drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequence, and setup requirements
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment
• Adhere to state and federal law, the Company ISO Quality Program and procedures, company policies, and safety and environmental regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1–3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing/machine shop setting at any level
• Preferred 3–5 years’ experience operating CNC machines such as lathes and milling machines in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Intermediate knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments, including calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales
• Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings and specifications
• Intermediate understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions
• Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Adaptability to changing work environments, competing demands, frequent change, delays, and unexpected events
• Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules
• Basic math skills
• Swing shift availability: Monday–Friday, 3:30pm–12:00am

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating CNC machines, including lathes and milling machines, while ensuring quality and precision in manufacturing processes. Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and specifications, with a strong understanding of geometric tolerancing and precision measuring instruments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• CNC Machine Operation
• Precision Measuring Instruments
• Reading Drawings and Specifications
• Geometric Tolerancing
• Preventative Maintenance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• CNC Machining
• Lathe Operation
• Milling Machine Operation
• Precision Measurement
• Geometric Tolerancing
• Tool Holder Knowledge
• Cutting Tool Application
• Basic Math Skills
• Quality Inspection
• Setup Requirements

Soft Skills

• Adaptability
• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Willingness to Work Flexible Shifts

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Machine Shop
• ISO Quality Program
• Safety Regulations
• Environmental Regulations

Tools & Technologies

• Calipers
• ID Micrometers
• OD Micrometers
• Depth Gages
• Indicators
• Scales