CNC Machine Operator I, II, or III

Accurus Aerospace•Grove, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CNC Machine Operators operate computer-controlled machines to perform machine functions needed to produce customer orders. The reliability and accuracy of operators are essential to the organization’s success. The role sets up and operates automated CNC vertical and horizontal machines, monitors their performance, and uses technical instructions and precision measuring equipment to ensure parts meet specifications. Operators may prepare future jobs, inspect parts, support training, and perform other duties while machines are running. This role requires regular on-site attendance in a manufacturing shop environment. Work conditions may vary and include exposure to excessive noise, dust, smoke, mist, fumes or vapors, occasional extreme temperatures, and hazardous machine-shop equipment. Required personal protective equipment includes hearing, eye, and hand protection and safety footwear. The role is identified as requiring ITAR compliance. Qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or protected person.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience reading and accurately interpreting shop blueprints, sketches, and other technical information or instructions.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fraction conversions.
Experience using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
Experience using indicators to verify the flatness and straightness of fixturing and tooling.
A history of consistent employment without unexplained or significant gaps or frequent job changes is expected.
Completion of assigned internal training for Level I Operators; periodic retraining or recertification is required.
Must meet the ITAR definition of a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or protected person.
Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to regularly stand and walk throughout the facility and stand for long periods.
Ability to lift, carry short distances, and push or pull up to 100 pounds using peer assistance and/or lifting or material-handling equipment.
Ability to occasionally reach overhead and reach out or down; frequently climb steps, stairs, or ladders; and occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel.
Ability to frequently use hands or fingers to inspect parts manually, tighten hardware and fixtures, and operate machine and material-handling controls.
Ability to distinguish colors accurately and visually interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices.
Experience requirements vary by position level; assignment depends on education, vocational training, and related job experience. Pay rates are commensurate with the assigned level, and level may not be confirmed until introductory training is completed.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate automated CNC vertical and horizontal machines.
Identify the X, Y, and Z axes on vertical and horizontal machines.
Perform daily point checks on assigned machines, report concerns to a supervisor, and initiate maintenance requests when appropriate.
Meet departmental and company goals, including efficiency, scrap control, time-motion, and setup-time objectives.
Interpret product blueprints, drawings, sketches, setup sheets, and other work instructions.
Use scales, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to verify that parts meet specifications.
Remove and replace dull cutting tools according to safety protocols and instructions.
Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Listen for irregular machine sounds, adjust machines to address problems, and notify lead or supervisory personnel as appropriate.
Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when programming is faulty or machines malfunction.
Stop machines to remove finished workpieces or change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to machining sequences.
Lift workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.
Enter control instructions into machine control units to start operations.
Monitor and adjust or control coolant systems as needed.
Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules using computer network links.
Set up future jobs, perform inspections or part checks, clean the work area, or complete other duties while machines are operating.
Assist in training new operators when needed.
Deburr machined parts as required for work in process.
Follow safety policies and procedures and consistently use required personal protective equipment.
Communicate verbally in English and follow verbal and written instructions.
Complete other tasks or assignments as required.
Attend the workplace regularly and perform work on-site.