CNC Milling Operator 2

ERA Industries LLC•Wheeling, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Milling Operator 2 is a mid-level CNC milling operator capable of running established milling jobs with moderate independence. This position requires intermediate inspection ability, general GD&T understanding, and the ability to make tool wear offsets. This role is for operators who can maintain production, monitor part quality, and assist with basic tooling or process issues on proven jobs.

Requirements

Intermediate mechanical aptitude and hand tool abilities.
Intermediate blueprint knowledge required and basic GD&T interpretation.
Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of precision measurement tools and methods.
Willingness to train precision CNC milling operations, shop math, and inspection methods.
Ability to recognize tool wear, poor finish, chatter, burrs, and obvious dimensional drift.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with setup machinists, leads, quality, and supervision.
High school diploma, equivalent diploma, or GED required.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to perform all job duties in compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations without current or future employer-sponsored export authorization.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 – 3 years of precision CNC milling machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC milling machines (3 axis, 4 axis, 4 axis horizontal, and 5 axis) on established jobs with limited supervision.
Load and unload parts.
Follow documented work instructions, inspection plans, and traveler requirements.
Perform basic part cleaning, deburring, and packaging as required.
Intermediate understanding of precision measurement tools and techniques as instructed including but not limited to calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gauges, etc.
Make basic wear-offset adjustments as required and perform routine tooling changes as outlined by procedures.
Identify worn or broken tooling and notify supervisor.
Identify process variation and notify setup machinists or supervision before producing nonconforming parts.
Identify and escalate to supervisor obvious part defects, tool issues, machine alarms, or process abnormalities.
Accurately record job data and labor in the ERP system and required paperwork, including but not limited to proper part counts, lot control, labor time, and quality data.
Independently keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
Maintain production efficiency and quality standards.
Adhere to company policies and procedures including but not limited to guidelines related to safety, quality, ethics, and attendance.