CNC Tooling Operator: Precision, Setup & Quality

Sandvik; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik is seeking a CNC Operator for our Vista, CA facility. You will produce premium quality carbide cutting tools using CNC machines, performing setup, programming, operation, and inspection to ensure tool quality.

You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, and monitor tooling with measurement tools, reporting issues promptly. 1st and 2nd shifts; high attention to detail and math skills required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years CNC Operator experience preferred.
• Certification from a qualified training institution ideal but not required.
• Knowledge of cutters, inserts, feeds/speeds preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong math skills including metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
• Programming experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and offsets as required.
• Read blueprints accurately.
• Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.
• Program accurately and operate machines.
• Evaluate finished product quality via visual inspection and measurement tools.
• Communicate quality issues to programmers and/or General Managers.
• Check machinery daily for functionality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic skills

Team orientation

Communication

Tools and methods

Education

High school diploma (GED)

Manufacturing certification (ideal)

Job description

Sandvik is seeking a CNC Operator for our Vista, CA facility. You will produce premium quality carbide cutting tools using CNC machines, performing setup, programming, operation, and inspection to ensure tool quality.

You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, and monitor tooling with measurement tools, reporting issues promptly. 1st and 2nd shifts; high attention to detail and math skills required.