Precision CNC Operator: Plasma Cutting & Fabrication

STS Technical Services; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in West Point, Mississippi, is seeking a CNC Operator to support precision metal cutting and fabrication in a manufacturing environment.

You will set up and operate CNC equipment, load programs, verify cut quality against drawings, and maintain production accuracy per QMS.

Candidates should have hands-on CNC experience, ability to read drawings and GD&T, and familiarity with G-code and shop safety.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with GD&T callouts and tolerances.
• Basic math skills including fractions and measurement conversions.
• Proficiency with calipers, tape measures, and squares.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment per daily work orders.
• Load and interpret CNC programs using G-code.
• Make minor program edits as authorized.
• Select consumables based on material type and thickness.
• Verify dimensional accuracy before production release.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers and tapes.
• Maintain cleanliness and 5S standards in the work area.

Skills

CNC operation

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T understanding

G-code familiarity

Quality inspection using calipers/tape

Mathematical measurement conversions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Nesting software (Hypertherm ProNest SigmaNEST)

G-code editing

Overhead crane / forklift operation

Job description

STS Technical Services in West Point, Mississippi, is seeking a CNC Operator to support precision metal cutting and fabrication in a manufacturing environment.

You will set up and operate CNC equipment, load programs, verify cut quality against drawings, and maintain production accuracy per QMS.

Candidates should have hands-on CNC experience, ability to read drawings and GD&T, and familiarity with G-code and shop safety.