CNC Set-Up & Operator - On-Site Precision Manufacturing

Energy Jobline ZR; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid holidays

Daily catered lunch

Job summary

Clarapath in Hawthorne, NY is seeking a CNC Machine Set-Up and Operator to join our on-site manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and maintain CNC milling and turning equipment to produce high-precision components for SectionStar and TrimStar Pro platforms.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of CNC experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with inspection tools. The role supports continuous improvement and collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC setup and machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and mechanical blueprints.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and machining tolerances.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, workholding, feeds and speeds, and machining best practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment to manufacture precision components
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to ensure parts meet design specifications
• Install and qualify tooling, fixtures, work offsets, and machine parameters for production runs
• Perform first-piece inspections and in-process quality checks using precision measuring equipment
• Verify dimensional accuracy using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, indicators, and other inspection tools
• Load materials, monitor machining operations, and make tool wear and offset adjustments as needed
• Troubleshoot machining issues, tooling failures, program deviations, and machine performance concerns
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain equipment in proper operating condition
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to improve machining processes, reduce cycle times, and optimize production efficiency
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and waste elimination
• Maintain accurate production records, inspection documentation, and machine logs
• Follow all company quality standards, GMP practices, and safety procedures
• Support prototype machining, new product introduction (NPI), and engineering builds as required
• Assist with training less experienced operators when needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following 5S principles

Skills

CNC setup

Machining

Reading blueprints

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Technical school certificate in Machine Tool Technology

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology

Tools

Haas

Doosan

Mazak

CAM software

G-code editing

Job description

Clarapath in Hawthorne, NY is seeking a CNC Machine Set-Up and Operator to join our on-site manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and maintain CNC milling and turning equipment to produce high-precision components for SectionStar and TrimStar Pro platforms.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of CNC experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with inspection tools. The role supports continuous improvement and collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams in a