Secondary Machine Operator (CNC)

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • 07027, NJ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Machine Operator ensures machinery is set up, works properly and conforms with and can produce materials that conform with company and customer quality standards. The main job functions and responsibilities of the Secondary Machine Operator includes but not limited to the following: Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications. Assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills and similar equipment. Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments. Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances. Measures finished pieces with precision measuring tools and equipment to ensure they meet order specifications. Removes defective products or materials, placing them in specified areas for handling. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Up to two years of experience operating machinery in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams and blueprints.
• Ability to operate highly technical machinery and basic hand tools.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong math, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a light industrial/manufacturing environment. (noise, smells)
• Prolonged periods of working on feet, using tools and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to (50) pounds at times
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Must have manual dexterity necessary to operate the machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of experience operating lathes, mills and grinders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments.
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures finished pieces with precision measuring tools and equipment to ensure they meet order specifications.
• Removes defective products or materials, placing them in specified areas for handling.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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