Job Scope
The CNC Operator is responsible for managing the CNC machine, helping to load and unload the machines while ensuring the material and parts meet the quality specifications, rejecting parts below the standard specifications and completing preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operation of a CNC machine including power on, power off, manual functions such as jog, loading of parts, unloading parts in addition to downloading, editing correcting to match drawings and retrieving computer programs posted on the company server. Read and understand optimization programs and maintain a computer work library of jobs past, present, future. Perform inspection of completed parts and their adherence to the quality specifications. Maintain paperwork flow. Detect malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools. Maintain a clean, safe work environment. Maintain and document preventative maintenance functions. Other duties as deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications
Demonstrate an ability to learn and understand the workings and function of an xyz grid and view parts in a 2-d perspective. Ability to describe to the maintenance team issues with the machine Ability to communicate with team leaders and other team members. Must be able to safely lift parts or pieces up to 50 pounds over short distances Ability to trouble shoot programs and machine maintenance issues. Operator needs to understand feed speeds, tool handling, cutting principles, measuring devices, tool holders

Education and/or Experience
3 to 5 years experience working with a CNC router High School Diploma or GED is preferred.