Manufacturing - CNC Machinist

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions is seeking a CNC Operator to setup, program, and operate CNC mills and lathes at our Des Moines, IA plant. You will interpret blueprints, verify part dimensions, and maintain safe production flow.

You will also document labor and production progress, inspect parts with precision tools, and support material handling and preventive maintenance while adhering to EFCO safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or certificate in machining.
• Certificate in Manual Machining or CNC Programming preferred.
• Two years CNC experience or related apprenticeship required.
• Strong blueprint reading and math skills essential.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling centers and lathes, including online programming.
• Interpret blueprints and work instructions to perform machining tasks.
• Inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges for conformance.
• Record labor entries and job progress in work orders and Kronos.
• Maintain documentation throughout production and support housekeeping.
• Move materials safely using cranes or forklifts as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist with tool changes.
• Troubleshoot minor tooling or process issues to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to EFCO safety protocols and environmental policies.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate in Manual Machining or CNC Programming

Two years CNC experience

Job description

Purpose

The CNC Operator role performs setup, programming, and operation of CNC machines to produce accurate parts in accordance with specifications. This includes monitoring equipment, verifying quality, maintaining safety standards, and supporting continuous production flow.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and Program CNC Machinery (35%)

• Set up and operate CNC milling centers and lathes, including programming of parts without existing instructions.
• Interpret blueprints and work instructions to execute accurate machining operations.

Inspect and Audit Part Quality (20%)

• Perform regular inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and other precision tools.
• Verify dimensions and part features against design criteria, ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Manage Job Reporting and Documentation (15%)

• Record labor entries and job progress in work orders and Kronos.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation throughout the production process.

Support Material Handling and Equipment Use (10%)

• Safely transport materials and parts using overhead cranes, forklifts, or jib cranes.
• Stage and organize parts to maintain production flow.

Maintain Work Area and Equipment (10%)

• Perform routine maintenance and daily cleaning tasks to extend equipment life and keep workstations organized and hazard-free.

Troubleshoot Tooling and Process Issues (5%)

• Diagnose and resolve minor tooling, machine, or part-related issues to reduce downtime and maintain consistent output.

Support Safety and Environmental Practices (5%)

• Comply with all EFCO safety protocols, environmental policies, and participate in scheduled safety training and improvement efforts.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Physical Demands

Level II Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Hearing & Speaking: Continuously.
• Vision: Continuously
• Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently, depending on the work environment.
• Standing: Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting: Rarely to Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend in Standing: Occasionally to Frequently
• Rotation in Standing: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently
• Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand Left-hand Coordination: Continuous
• Reaching: Frequently
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Crouching: Occasionally to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Continuously
• Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Judgment: Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Responsibility: Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Collaboration: Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; certificate in Manual Machining or CNC Programming, or two years equivalent CNC experience.
• Experience: Working knowledge of machining and basic programming.
• Computer Skills: Strong math and computer skills.
• Other Requirements: Proficiency in blueprint reading.

Working Arrangement

This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA plant.