Operator III-CNC Operator

The Gund Company - Amsterdam; Wallins Corners (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with employer match

ESOP

Job summary

The Gund Company is hiring a full-time Composite Operator III in our Composites department. The role involves operating CNC machining centers, setting up and adjusting programs, and leading teams to meet tight tolerances and quality standards. The position emphasizes safety and continuous improvement.

We offer advancement opportunities, a strong benefits package, and a collaborative culture. Expect 1st shift with competitive hourly wages and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level descriptions not applicable; listed requirements emphasize machining expertise and ability to read blueprints.
• 5+ years of combined formal training and experience in machining or manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining centers across multiple cells.
• Set up and adjust programs and tooling for precision parts.
• Lead and assist operators; train teammates as needed.
• Follow safety, quality, and process standards.

Skills

Machining knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

Problem solving

Overtime availability

Communication with supervisor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Description

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Composite Operator III to join our team!We’re a growing company with strong opportunities for advancement, offering challenging work and support for ongoing career development. We’re looking for a mechanically inclined, motivated team member who’s ready to contribute to our operation and grow with us.

Shift: 1st

Wage: $29.14- $36.37

Department: Composites

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a CNC Machine Operator III to join our team.

Job Summary Composite Operator III

• Implement the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the fabrication of parts according to work order and customer requirements. Ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards.
• Third of Four levels of CNC machining center operator. Setups involve familiarity with and understanding of program formats involving combinations of operations such as profile and contour milling, boring, recessing, turning, drilling, threading, etc., to the capacity of the machine and control factor. Operates numerically controlled machine tools to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring a high degree of skill. May check parts for conformance to specifications and run and set up more than one unit simultaneously.

Essential Job Functions Composite Operator III

• Operate multiple types of fabrication equipment:
• Set-up and operate CNC machining centers in multiple cells that include but are not limited to mills, lathes, presses, routers etc.
• Set up and operate various types of machine tools and perform progressive machining operations for parts, tools and machines with close to exacting tolerances
• Perform advanced setup operations
• Adjust and check out programming
• Set up machines for and instruct other operators
• Work with team leads and management personnel to lead teams and projects of varying scope and work cells
• Places and secures work pieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
• Load, operate and manufacture a variety of parts using CNC machining centers to make custom parts according to customer orders and instructions
• Follow written instructions from internal and external customers and interpret basic to intermediate blueprint specifications
• Perform work independently with minimal defects
• Basic recognition of tooling and procedures within established tolerances
• Complete work order paperwork
• Checks parts for conformance to customer specifications.
• Maintain count and perform packaging duties as required
• Participate in cross training activities to become knowledgeable of equipment/process within the department
• Perform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubrication
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Provide guidance, feedback and positive behavior modeling The Gund Company culture of care:
• Determine if tools are undamaged and in safe condition for use
• Make suggestions to improve production and order processing efficiency
• Assist with training other team members
• Follow safety rules and quality standards
• Model ethical and moral behavior consistent with the values and ideals supported by The Gund Company

Requirements

• Requires a broad knowledge of machining techniques and familiarity with computer numerically controlled machine tool operating procedures.
• Communicate with supervisor on work order priority
• Open to change due to emergency orders or fabrication of parts
• Basic to intermediate math skills and/or aptitudes
• Ability to use basic measuring instruments
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work overtime as needed

Education and Experience

• Typically requires 5+ years of combined formal training and experience, or equivalent.
• A High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience is required. Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is or may be required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment Composite Operator III

This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the CNC Machine Operator III position.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.