CNC Machine Operator I

Sonny's Enterprises • Tamarac, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Machine Operator I operates mechanical equipment to assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts. The role includes assembling parts into sub-units or complete units and using blueprints and design sketches to ensure finished products meet required dimensions and tolerances. The operator is familiar with standard machinist practices and proficient in setting up CNC lathes and mills, and may be assigned to any workstation based on product demand. Housekeeping, safety, organization, and teamwork are essential. The position works under immediate supervision and reports to the Production Group Leader.

The operator sets up and runs CNC machines, inspects parts using measurement devices, and follows job setup sheets. The role also includes operating saws and finishing parts with equipment such as belt sanders, drill presses, and bench grinders. The operator must complete forklift certification through Sonny’s Enterprises, follow safety and PPE requirements, maintain a clean and organized work area, and support continuous improvement and team objectives.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The stated hours are 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with additional hours as needed. Work takes place in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled and may exceed the outside air temperature. The role requires standing or sitting and moving about the facility, standing for up to eight hours per day, and heavy work, including lifting more than 30 pounds and carrying 50 pounds for 100 feet unassisted. Required PPE includes eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe shoes, and hardhats; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Sonny’s Enterprises describes itself as the world’s largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies, and says its products are designed and built in the USA. The company highlights innovation, change, and employee potential. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are expected.
• At least one year of prior experience or a vocational degree.
• Exposure to machining concepts and processes.
• Must pass a practical proficiency test.
• Ability to set up and maintain machines and perform CNC machining tasks described in the posting.
• Ability to read blueprints and work-related documents and understand written sentences and paragraphs.
• Ability to use measurement instruments and perform accurate measurements to part specifications.
• Active listening, critical thinking, speaking, and effective communication skills.
• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools.
• Near vision sufficient to see details at close range.
• Trunk strength to support the body repeatedly or continuously over time.
• Arm-hand steadiness, control precision, finger dexterity, and coordination and motor skills to use power and hand tools.
• Problem sensitivity and ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
• Personal accountability, teamwork, respect for others, and receptiveness to feedback.
• Time-management skills and dependability, including attendance, punctuality, following instructions, and responding to management direction.
• Practices safe work habits and follows relevant safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift more than 30 pounds and carry 50 pounds for 100 feet unassisted.
• Ability to stand for eight hours per day and regularly stand or sit and move about the facility.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment where ambient air temperature can exceed the outside air.
• Must use required safety PPE, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe shoes, and hardhats; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC lathes and CNC mills.
• Use edge finders, zero machines, set datums, and identify appropriate tools for jobs.
• Set up fixtures and tools according to job setup sheets for CNC mills and lathes; indicate vises and circles on CNC mills; and set workpiece and tool-height offsets.
• Operate CNC mills, lathes, and saws to produce parts.
• Inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, and other measurement instruments; read blueprints; inspect own parts and parts produced by others; and stop production when nonconforming parts are detected.
• Deburr parts using a belt sander, drill press, or bench grinder.
• Use blueprints and design sketches to ensure finished products meet dimensions and tolerances.
• Assemble parts into sub-units or complete units as required.
• Follow safe manufacturing and material-handling practices and applicable PPE requirements.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete assignments.
• Adhere to company 5S standards and employee handbook standards.
• Accurately record labor times and adhere to productivity standards.
• Compute using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions and decimals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate problems and improvement ideas to the management team.
• Support continuous improvement programs and contribute to team objectives.
• Complete forklift certification through Sonny’s Enterprises.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical plan for eligible employees.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage.
• Voluntary employee-paid benefit options, including additional medical plan choices, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Long-Term Disability (LTD), life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED