CNC Operator

Hastings Manufacturing Company • Hastings, MI

109d

About The Position

The position involves analyzing a variety of specifications from blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizing the product to be made. The candidate must have knowledge to lay out stock, as well as set up and operate machine tools and hand tools. Responsibilities include fitting and assembling components to make, maintain, and repair tools, jigs, fixtures, bushings, collars, gages, and mold patterns. The role requires computing dimensions, deciding on machining to be done, and planning layout and assembly operations. The candidate will verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances while using measuring instruments such as dial indicators, gage blocks, thickness gages, and micrometers. Adaptability to new methods, processes, materials, and equipment is essential. The role also involves recording data on employee time/job cards, reporting work shortages to the Manager/Supervisor, and recommending production efficiency and quality improvements. Compliance with safety regulations and maintaining cleanliness in the tool and die area is crucial. The candidate will participate in a culture that promotes safety in the workplace, attend and contribute to department and company meetings, and develop constructive relationships with vendors, contractors, consultants, and governmental agency representatives as necessary. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Exhibit guiding principles: Respect, Dedication, Integrity, Teamwork, and Positivity.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to program CNC machines using G and M codes or conversational programming.
• Selection of proper tools to create geometry.
• Proficiency in setting optimal speed and feeds for material type.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines and related mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in programming CNC, Mills, Lathes, EDM, Grinders, or equivalent coursework.
• Willingness to work various shifts and overtime as needed.
• Fluent in English with strong speaking, writing, and spelling skills.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications from blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions.
• Visualize product to be made.
• Lay out stock and operate machine tools and hand tools.
• Fit and assemble components for tools, jigs, fixtures, and mold patterns.
• Compute dimensions and plan layout and assembly operations.
• Verify dimensions and alignments using measuring instruments.
• Adapt to new methods, processes, materials, and equipment.
• Record data on employee time/job card.
• Report work shortages to Manager/Supervisor.
• Recommend production efficiency and quality improvements.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain cleanliness.
• Report incidents and accidents in the work area.
• Participate in a safety-promoting workplace culture.
• Attend and contribute to department and company meetings.
• Develop relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees