CNC Specialist - $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

CoorsTek•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The CNC Specialist independently sets up, operates, troubleshoots, and improves established CNC machining operations to produce precision components that meet engineering and quality requirements. The role supports tooling selection, setup optimization, inspection validation, and targeted machining process improvements, serving as a technical contributor within manufacturing operations. The specialist applies machining knowledge and practical programming capability while taking ownership of setup quality, production efficiency, and process consistency in assigned machining operations.

Requirements

Four years of CNC machining and setup experience.
Experience operating multi-axis CNC equipment.
Strong understanding of G-code and M-code fundamentals.
Blueprint reading and GD&T proficiency.
Tooling selection and machining fundamentals.
Strong troubleshooting and process adjustment capability.
Precision metrology and inspection skills.
Basic CAM software exposure.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Technical machining certification or apprenticeship preferred.
Experience supporting prototype machining.
Experience in aerospace, semiconductor, ceramics, or medical manufacturing.
Lean Manufacturing and process improvement experience.
CAM software experience.

Responsibilities

Independently set up and operate CNC manufacturing equipment for established production, prototype, or low-volume machining assignments.
Adjust existing CNC programs, tooling, and machining parameters within approved process limits to maintain quality, repeatability, setup efficiency, and production performance.
Support tooling selection, fixture setup, and execution of established machining strategies.
Perform precision inspections using established methods and validate dimensional compliance against drawings, GD&T requirements, and quality standards.
Support FAI activities, setup documentation, inspection records, and updates to standard work based on approved process changes.
Troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, dimensional, and process-related issues within assigned production processes; escalate complex issues requiring advanced process development or cross-functional corrective actions.
Identify and implement setup reduction, throughput, and machining efficiency improvements within assigned processes using established practices.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to resolve production issues and implement approved manufacturing solutions.
Support prototype and low-volume machining activities by executing assigned setups, documenting setup insights, and providing feedback on manufacturability or process risks.
Train and support less experienced CNC personnel on setup practices, machine operation, inspection techniques, basic troubleshooting, program adjustment, and other established process requirements.