CNC/Router Operator - Birmingham, AL

Default Brand; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading wages

Medical, dental, vision

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Piedmont Plastics is seeking a CNC/Router Operator to join the Birmingham team. The role requires hands-on experience with CNC equipment, reading blueprints, and precision measurement with micrometers and calipers.

You will set up, operate, and supervise routers to meet print specifications while maintaining a safe, efficient work area. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of CNC experience, be able to interpret technical drawings, and demonstrate strong attention to detail in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience using CNC equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings such as blueprints.
• Proficient with micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage CNC routers per print instructions and programming.
• Translate engineering drawings into production dimensions.
• Select tools and secure bits to machines and ensure safe operation.
• Monitor machines during operation and adjust for quality improvements.
• Inspect machinery daily and communicate issues affecting piece quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety practices.
• Enter production data, track materials, and manage inventory.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Micrometers & calipers

CNC equipment operation

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Since first opening our doors in 1968 with just one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across North America, employing over 650 individuals.

At Piedmont Plastics, we are a family, and believe our people are the foundation of our success. Our company culture is engrained in every facet of our business, and we are devoted to maintaining an enjoyable, open, and supportive atmosphere across the organization. We care about and respect one another by demonstrating integrity in everything that we do and take pride in giving our employees the ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment.

Our diverse workforce brings passion to the mission of Piedmont Plastics every day – to be best-in-class in the distribution of performance plastics. Our materials can be found in every industry market segment, and we are concentrated on satisfying our customers with expert product knowledge and a solutions-focused mentality.

Join a team that works together in a collaborative and winning environment to continuously exceed customers' expectations.After all, Piedmont Plastics is "where solutions take shape!".

Piedmont Plastics is looking for an exceptional CNC/Router Operator to add to its Birmingham team. If you are a highly motivated, self-starting, warehouse professional with a strong work ethic, a solid work history along with previous warehouse experience, we have a home for you. We believe hard work and results deserve the utmost rewards, and we offer an excellent compensation package with outstanding employee benefits.

In this position you will be required to:

• Set-up and manage CNC and routers to perform different jobs as per the print/drawing instructions and programming supplied
• Translate engineering drawings and requirements into dimensions for production
• Select bit or machine tool according to type of cut specified on work order and safely attaches the bit/tool to the router or CNC machine
• Oversee machines while they execute the tasks and makes necessary changes to produce improved results
• Check machinery daily to guarantee functionality
• Communicate issues that may arise in the creation of a piece
• Maintain a safe working area and follows established safe work practices
• Use computer to enter records, track material and control inventory
• Pull stock and restock from/to storage locations; removes cut stock from machine and maintains production count

IF YOU HAVE:

• At least 2 years experience of working with CNC equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints
• The ability to work with micrometers and calipers

We offer:

• Industry leading wages
• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching savings plan and paid time off
• An opportunity to work in a growing industry

Piedmont Plastics is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

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