CNC Machine Operator I, II, or III

Accurus Aerospace•Rogers, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

CNC Machine Operators operate computer-controlled machines to perform the functions needed to produce customer orders. The reliability and accuracy of operators are essential to the company’s success. This role sets up and operates automated CNC vertical and horizontal machines, checks work against specifications, and adjusts equipment or reports issues as needed. The position requires on-site attendance in a manufacturing shop environment and ITAR compliance; qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person under EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15. Placement as Level I, II, or III depends on education, vocational training, and related work experience. Pay rates are commensurate with the assigned level, which in some cases may not be confirmed until introductory training is completed. A comprehensive employee benefits package is available after 30 days of employment; details are provided on the company website.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience reading and accurately interpreting shop blueprints, sketches, and other technical information or instructions.
Demonstrated 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.
Consistent employment history without unexplained or significant gaps or frequent job changes is expected.
Completion of assigned internal training for Level I Operators and periodic retraining or recertification.
Must meet the definition of a U.S. Person under EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or protected person.
Ability to perform the described physical activities, with or without reasonable accommodations, including standing and walking throughout the facility, lifting and moving materials, climbing, and using hands to inspect parts and operate controls.
Ability to distinguish colors and visually interpret gauges and other measuring devices.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate automated CNC vertical and horizontal machines, identifying the X, Y, and Z axes accurately.
Perform daily point checks on assigned machines, report concerns to a supervisor, and initiate maintenance requests when appropriate.
Meet departmental and company objectives, including efficiency, scrap control, time-motion, and setup-time goals.
Interpret product blueprints, drawings, sketches, setup sheets, and other work instructions accurately.
Use scales, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment to verify parts and fixturing or tooling.
Remove and replace dull cutting tools in accordance with 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 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 and transfer commands from servers to CNC modules using computer network links.
Monitor and adjust coolant systems as needed.
While machines operate, set up future jobs, inspect or check parts, clean the work area, or perform other duties.
May assist in training new operators and may deburr machined parts as required.
Follow safety policies and procedures and consistently use required personal protective equipment.
Communicate verbally in English and follow verbal and written instructions.
Perform other tasks or assignments as required and maintain regular on-site attendance.