CNC Operator

LANCE CAMPER MFG. CORP. • Lancaster, CA

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About The Position

Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to operate Onsrud CNC equipment used to manufacture RV components. The role involves loading programs and sheet materials, verifying machine setups, monitoring performance, and inspecting parts to ensure they meet drawings and specifications. The operator is expected to protect material from unnecessary scrap, maintain machine uptime, identify and address production issues, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position requires at least two years of hands-on experience operating Onsrud CNC equipment. Relevant experience with CNC-routed sheet materials in RV, cabinet, furniture, woodworking, or other manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience operating Onsrud CNC equipment.
• Previous CNC experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings, dimensions, and work instructions.
• Experience setting up CNC machines, selecting and changing tooling, and running production programs.
• Ability to identify CNC cutting, tooling, and machine problems.
• Experience working with sheet goods such as plywood, wood products, composites, plastics, or similar materials.
• Ability to use measuring tools to verify finished parts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating C.R. Onsrud CNC routers.
• Experience with CNC nesting and optimizing sheet material utilization.
• Experience with ARDIS Optimizer or similar nesting or optimization software.
• Experience manufacturing cabinets, furniture, RV components, or other wood or composite assemblies.
• Basic CNC troubleshooting and preventative maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM-generated CNC files and programs.
• Experience in high-mix manufacturing where CNC programs and parts change frequently.
• Previous experience in RV, cabinet, furniture, woodworking, or other manufacturing environments using CNC-routed sheet materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Onsrud CNC equipment used to manufacture RV components.
• Load and run CNC programs according to production schedules, drawings, and specifications.
• Load and correctly position sheet materials for machining.
• Verify tooling, programs, materials, and machine setup before production begins.
• Monitor machine operation to ensure accurate and efficient cutting.
• Inspect finished parts for dimensions, quality, and conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot machine, tooling, program, and cutting issues.
• Change router bits, cutting tools, and other tooling as required.
• Perform routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain dust collection and keep the CNC work area clean and organized.
• Minimize scrap and maximize material utilization.
• Promptly report damaged material, incorrect programs, machine issues, and quality concerns.
• Identify and organize completed parts for downstream production.
• Work with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Quality to address issues.
• Follow company safety procedures and CNC operating requirements.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts to improve CNC productivity, quality, and machine uptime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed