CNC/Waterjet Operator - 1st Shift

UFP Industries • Thornton, CA

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About The Position

The CNC Machine Operator executes CNC machine tool operations, including setting up fixtures, jigs, spoil boards, and tooling to perform machining operations. The role makes complex cuts with specified tooling and materials as directed by management and the applications programmer, and cuts, shapes, bores, counterbores, and countersinks lumber and other nonferrous materials to job specifications. The position is identified as a first-shift role.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma.
• At least 1 year of CNC machine tool experience; FANUC-controlled CNC machine experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of mathematical functions.
• Working knowledge of Cartesian coordinate graphic systems.
• Ability to understand and interpret machine code for FANUC-controlled CNC machines.
• Working knowledge of computer equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FANUC-controlled CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare spoil boards for use and manage the process for determining when they should be changed and replaced.
• Touch off tools and enter registration in the CNC control to machine programs to customer specifications while maintaining safe conditions and preventing property damage.
• Change tools and collect and handle tooling properly to protect employees and company assets.
• Use tool-touch probes, calibration programs, and height gages to set machine tools for tool changes and cutting processes.
• Store programming files and manage files.
• Check processed lumber to ensure operations meet job specifications.
• Secure and maintain materials and supplies required for the operation according to production sheets.
• Ensure the work area is safe, clean, and organized and that equipment is safe to operate.
• Complete pre-shift equipment startup inspection checklists and report problems or concerns.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Maintain production records as required.
• Perform duties according to established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
• Perform specified minor preventive maintenance.
• Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and other programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits
• Incentive pay may be available for certain roles and may include piece-rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.
• A discretionary annual bonus based on company and business unit performance may be provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED