CNC Production Operator MT3

PPG Industries, Inc

Grand Prairie (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc is seeking an Aerospace CNC Production Operator in Grand Prairie, TX. You will operate, program, and optimize Zimmermann milling systems to produce precision aerospace components with strict quality standards.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on CNC experience, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to read engineering drawings and CAD/CAM files. Safety, accuracy, and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Technical/Vocational Certificate or Associate's Degree in Machining Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5+ years hands-on CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with large-format or gantry-style CNC milling machines.
  • Strong knowledge of CNC control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Operate, set up, and monitor CNC milling machines, focusing on Zimmermann portal/gantry systems.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD/CAM files to determine machining requirements.
  • Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs (G-code/M-code) for complex part geometries.
  • Perform tool selection, tool changes, and offsets for dimensional accuracy.
  • Conduct first-article inspections and in-process quality checks using precision measuring instruments.
  • Identify and resolve machine faults, tooling issues, and program errors.
  • Perform routine maintenance and coordinate with maintenance teams for servicing.
  • Maintain accurate production records, inspection logs, and machine utilization reports.
  • Adhere to health, safety, and environmental standards and procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineers, quality teams, and production planners to meet delivery targets.
  • Mentor and support junior CNC operators as needed.

Skills

CNC machining
Gantry milling
GD&T
Precision measurement
Feeds speeds
5-axis machining

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Technical/Vocational Certificate or Associate's Degree

Tools

CNC control systems
CAD/CAM
CMM
G-code programming
Zimmermann milling machines

Job description

Immediately Hiring!
Aerospace CNC Production Operator- Grand Prairie, Tx
Payrate: $25.39 Hourly
2nd 1:30PM-10:00PM
Disclaimer:

We ask that you have the use of, or access to, information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

All applicants must provide one of the following forms of identification as part of their application:

(1) Passport, (2) Birth Certificate, (3) Certificate of Naturalization (USCIS Form N-550 or N-570), or (4) Permanent Resident Card (USCIS Form I-551.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CNC Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands‑on experience operating and programming CNC machines, with preferred familiarity with Zimmermann high-speed milling machines. This role requires a detail‑oriented professional capable of producing precision components while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate, set up, and monitorCNC milling machines, with a focus onZimmermann portal/gantry milling systems

  • Read and interpretengineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD/CAM filesto determine machining requirements

  • Write, edit, and optimizeCNC programs(G-code/M-code) for complex part geometries

  • Performtool selection, tool changes, and offsetsto ensure dimensional accuracy

  • Conductfirst-article inspectionsand in-process quality checks using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, CMM)

  • Identify and resolvemachine faults, tooling issues, and program errorsproactively

  • Performroutine maintenanceand coordinate with maintenance teams for scheduled servicing

  • Maintain accurateproduction records, inspection logs, and machine utilization reports

  • Adhere strictly tohealth, safety, and environmental (HSE)standards and procedures

  • Collaborate withengineers, quality teams, and production plannersto meet delivery targets

  • Mentor and supportjunior CNC operatorsas needed

Required Qualifications & Skills
Education
  • High School Diploma or GED(required)

  • Technical/Vocational Certificate or Associate's Degree inMachining Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field(preferred)

Experience
  • Minimum5+ yearsof hands‑on CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment

  • Demonstrated experience withlarge-format or gantry-style CNC milling machines

  • Strong knowledge ofCNC control systems

Technical Skills
  • Expert-level understanding ofGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

  • Proficiency withprecision measurement toolsand inspection equipment

  • Ability to machine a variety of materials includingacrylic.

  • Strong understanding offeeds, speeds, and cutting parameters

  • Familiarity with 5-axis machining operations

Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct hands‑on experience withF. Zimmermann milling machines(e.g., FZ Series)

  • Experience inaerospace, manufacturing sectors

  • Knowledge oflean manufacturingprinciples and continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S)

Soft Skills
  • Strongproblem-solvingand analytical thinking

  • Excellentattention to detailand commitment to quality

  • Ability to workindependently and as part of a team

  • Goodcommunication skillsfor cross-functional collaboration

  • Ability toprioritize tasksin a fast-paced pro

Tietoja meistä:
PPG: ME SUOJELEMME JA KAUNISTAMME MAAILMAA

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Olemme erinomaisia toimijoita

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Me kilpailemme voittaaksemme

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Olemme ylpeita PPG:sta

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PPG:lla kaytamme tekoalya rekrytointiprosessissa tehdaksemme siita tehokkaamman. Tekoalytyokalut eivat tee rekrytointipatoksia. Lisatietoja saat osoitteesta https://careers.ppg.com/fi/fi/candidate-resources.

PPG tarjoaa tasavertaiset mahdollisuudet kaikille hakijoille ja tyontekijoille. Tarjoamme mahdollisuuden kasvaa ja kehitta uraasi ymparistossa, joka tarjoaa tyontekijoille merkityksellisen tyopaikan, luo jatkuvan oppimisen ilmapiirin ja arvostaa muiden ideoita ja monimuotoisuutta. Kaikki patevat hakijat otetaan huomioon tyohonottopatoksissa sukupuolesta, raskaudesta, rodusta, ihonvarista, vakaumuksesta, uskonnosta, kansallisuudesta, iasta, vammaisuudesta, siviilisadysta, veteraanitilasta, seksuaalisesta suuntautumisesta, sukupuoli-identiteetista tai -ilmaisusta riippumatta.

Jos tarvitset mukautusta vamman vuoksi, laheta sahkopostia osoitteeseen recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG:n palkkatasot ja edut voivat vaihdella lokaation mukaan, mika mahdollistaa kilpailukykyisen palkitsemisen eri maantieteellisilla markkinoilla. PPG ottaa palkitsemisessa huomioon useita tekijoita, mukaan lukien, taidot, kokemus ja koulutus, patevyydet ja koulutustaso, luvat ja sertifikaatit seka muut organisaation tarpeet. Myos muita kannustimia saatetaan soveltaa.

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PPG arvostaa palautettasi rekrytointiprosessistamme. Kannustamme sinua vierailemaan Glassdoor.comissa ja antamaan palautetta prosessista.

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