Experienced CNC Operator

ARCH Cutting Tools; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCH Cutting Tools in West Chester Township is looking for an Experienced CNC Operator for the 1st shift. The successful candidate will operate ANCA CNC grinding machines, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include setting up machines, developing grinding programs, and performing quality control checks. A strong understanding of CNC principles and experience in programming are essential for this role, along with a commitment to maintaining high-quality production standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating ANCA CNC grinding machines.
• Strong understanding of CNC grinding principles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up ANCA CNC grinding machines based on specifications.
• Develop and modify grinding programs using ANCA software.
• Inspect finished tools for dimensional accuracy and specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

CNC grinding principles

Attention to detail

Education

High school education or equivalent experience

Tools

ANCA programming software

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Experienced CNC Operator 1st Shift – Job Description

Position Summary: An experienced ANCA Operator is a skilled machinist responsible for setting up, programming, and operating ANCA CNC grinding machines to manufacture high‑precision cutting tools. This role ensures strict adherence to engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements while optimizing production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Setup & Operation

• Set up ANCA CNC grinding machines based on work orders and specifications.
• Select appropriate grinding wheels, tooling, and machine parameters.
• Load and secure cutting tool blanks accurately.
• Perform machine changeovers and setup adjustments as required.

Programming

• Develop and modify grinding programs using ANCA software.
• Create tool profiles, grinding paths, and finishing operations.
• Optimize programs for efficiency and precision.

Production Monitoring

• Monitor machine performance during operations.
• Adjust offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain tolerances.
• Ensure continuous production flow and efficiency.

Quality Control

• Inspect finished tools for:
  • Dimensional accuracy.
  • Surface finish.
  • Conformance to specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, gauges, comparators, etc.).
• Conduct in‑process inspections and quality checks.
• Identify defects and implement corrective actions.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Troubleshoot machine and process issues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments.
• Diagnose production challenges and recommend solutions.

Technical Expertise

• Apply advanced grinding techniques for complex tool geometries.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings accurately.
• Stay current with ANCA software updates and process improvements.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure compliance with company and industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience operating ANCA CNC grinding machines.
• Strong understanding of CNC grinding principles.
• Proficiency in ANCA programming software.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Time management and efficiency focus.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

• Experience with multi‑axis grinding operations.
• Knowledge of cutting tool design.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Competencies:
  • Attendance/Punctuality – consistently at work and on time.
  • Dependability – follows instructions, responds to management direction.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Process Improvement.
  • Able to communicate verbally.

Education and/or Experience

• Equivalent to high school education or related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May be required to have experience with particular material, product, or precision level, or with machine of particular size, type, or trade name.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work near moving mechanical parts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity / Legal Notice

ARCH Global Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Precision are employed on an at‑will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum level.