Experienced Machine Operator - 4 day work week!

Brighton NC Machine Corporation; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Brighton NC Machine Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Brighton, MI. The ideal candidate will set up and operate CNC equipment independently, ensuring high-quality precision parts while adhering to safety and process standards.

You will work on lathe, mill, and/or grinder operations, perform tool changes, interpret blueprints, and train junior operators as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand engineering blueprints.
• Proficient knowledge of GD&T.
• In-depth knowledge of machine tools, tooling selection, and materials.
• Proficient operation of CNC lathes, mills, and/or grinders.
• Proficient use of work offsets and tool offsets, including cutter compensation.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform work within the Lathe, Mill, and/or Grinding departments.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, and machine operation.
• Perform milling, turning, grinding, drilling, tapping, deburring, inspection, and bench operations.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of tooling, tool life, and machine conditions.
• Identify and correct defective materials or questionable conditions.
• Properly clock in and out of jobs and follow all work instructions.
• Complete inspection reports and follow Quality Alerts and established quality procedures.
• Consistently produce parts that meet customer and company quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work productively as part of a team.
• Train and assist less-experienced Machine Operators.
• Be willing to work in other areas of the plant as production needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CNC programming

CNC lathe/mill/grinder operation

Tooling and offsets

Quality inspection

Teamwork and independence

Tools

CNC machines: lathe

CNC machines: mill

CNC grinders

Job description

Position: Experienced Machine Operator - 4 day work week!

Location: Brighton, MI

Job Id:152

# of Openings:1

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Experienced CNC Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, extensive CNC machining experience, and the ability to independently set up and operate equipment while producing high-quality precision parts.

If you take pride in your workmanship, understand the importance of quality and safety, and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd like to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced machinist who can hit the ground running, make sound decisions on the shop floor, recognize potential quality issues, and take pride in producing precision parts.

If you have the experience and skills to set up and operate CNC equipment independently.

Schedule Options

1st Shift

• Monday - Thursday
• 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• 4-day work week
• Overtime as needed based on production requirements

2nd Shift

• Monday - Thursday
• 4:30 PM - 3:00am
• 4-day work week
• Shift Premium
• Overtime as needed based on production requirements

Benefits & Pay

Pay is based on experience, plus 2nd-shift premium

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Independently perform work within the Lathe, Mill, and/or Grinding departments without additional training or direct supervision.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, and machine operation.
• Perform milling, turning, grinding, drilling, tapping, deburring, inspection, and bench operations.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of tooling, tool life, and machine conditions.
• Identify and correct defective materials or questionable conditions.
• Properly clock in and out of jobs and follow all work instructions.
• Complete inspection reports and follow Quality Alerts and established quality procedures.
• Consistently produce parts that meet customer and company quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work productively as part of a team.
• Train and assist less-experienced Machine Operators.
• Be willing to work in other areas of the plant as production needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to read and understand engineering blueprints
• Proficient knowledge of GD&T
• In-depth knowledge of machine tools, tooling selection, and materials
• Basic knowledge of CNC programming
• Proficient operation of CNC lathes, mills, and/or grinders
• In-depth knowledge of bore tools, gauges, inspection requirements, and documentation
• Proficient use of work offsets and tool offsets, including cutter compensation
• Ability to indicate parts and properly set up workpieces
• Ability to follow written work instructions and quality procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team