Operator - CNC

Plymouth; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth is seeking a production/operator role in the machining area to run cut-to-length saws, CNC lathes and mills, and support final inspection and packaging of goods. The job emphasizes safety, quality, and compliance with company standards, with authority to stop processes if issues arise.

The position requires basic education and CNC experience, plus forklift and crane certifications, with attention to maintaining a clean, organized work area in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• 3-5 years experience running CNC Lathes or Mills, preferred.
• Forklift certification
• Crane Certification
• Ability to read blueprints
• Micrometers, calipers and other measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Operates cut-to-length saws.
• Operates Tumblers and manually deburrs product.
• Operates CNC Lathes and Mills.
• Operates Forklifts, Cranes and Pallet Jacks.
• Final Inspection and Packaging of Finished Goods
• Keeps Machining Center, neat and orderly.
• Adheres to Plymouth Tube values and behaviors.
• Follows Environmental, Safety and Quality policy/standards.
• Attends all training as required by management.
• Has authority to stop the process to correct quality, safety, or environmental problems and notify supervision.

Skills

Teamwork

Take direction

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years CNC experience

Tools

CNC codes

Blueprints reading

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Lead Operator

Position Summary

Works in the Machining Centers to achieve targeted results in safety, product quality, and output.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Operates cut-to-length saws.
2. Operates Tumblers and manually deburrs product.
3. Operates CNC Lathes and Mills.
4. Operates Forklifts, Cranes and Pallet Jacks
5. Final Inspection and Packaging of Finished Goods
6. Keeps Machining Center, neat and orderly.
7. Own and role model Plymouth Tube values and behaviors by embracing and participating in an operating culture that promotes involvement, communication, mutual trust & respect, expectations and accountability, and a passion for excellence.
8. Understands, applies, and advocates all Company Environmental and Safety policies, procedures, and standards.
9. Understands, applies and advocates all Company Quality Standards.
10. Attends all training as required by management.
11. Has the authority to stop the process to correct quality, safety, or environmental problems, and to promptly notify supervisory personnel when processes are noncompliant

Core Responsibilities

• Model Plymouth Tube values and behaviors as outlined in the Mission Statement
• Represent Plymouth Tube in a professional manner
• Follow all company Environmental and Safety policies, procedures, and standards
• Follow all company Quality Standards

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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment, and stored energy in the form of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and gravitational energy. The noise level in the work environment is above 85 dcB and hearing protection is required. Due to manufacturing technologies utilized in the area, common contaminants such as dirt, dust, grease, oil steel chips, and water will be present. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. Also may be exposed to fumes or dust.

Work Environment - Special Considerations*

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

minority/female/disability/veteran

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS and EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED, preferred. 3-5 yearsexperience running CNC Lathes or Mills, preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration: Forklift certification, Crane Certification

Technology and Equipment:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a working knowledge of:

1. Windows operating systems & programs
2. CNC codes and Equipment experience, preferred
3. Able to read blueprints
4. Micrometers, calipers and other measuring devices.

Language Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess the following language skills:

1. Can speak and communicate effectively to technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
2. Can read information and technical concepts. Can correctly interpret documents such as written instructions, blueprints, spreadsheets, drawings, lists and manuals.

Mathematical Skills:

Demonstrate ability to add, subtract, multiply, trigonometry and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, decimals, negative and positive numbers. Demonstrate ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs & use the Metric System. Basic Trig and Geometry skills.

COMPENTENCIES/DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

1. Ability to work in a team environment
2. Ability to take direction and work independently when needed.
3. Are confident in their skills and abilities, but be able to ask for assistance when needed.