CNC Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shifts

About the Company

FEUER Powertrain North America is the U.S. subsidiary of a leading German crankshaft manufacturer, producing two out of every three crankshafts worldwide for premier automotive brands including Mercedes-Benz, GM, BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Jaguar, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, and many others. At our North American facility, we manufacture high-precision crankshafts for customers such as Mercury Marine, Polaris, and other industry leaders.

At FEUER Powertrain, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safety-focused workplace, competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and long-term professional development.

About the Role

The CNC Operator is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC machining equipment used in the production of finished crankshafts and crankshaft-related components, including counterweights and change parts. The CNC Operator plays a critical role in maintaining product quality, maximizing operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual machinery as directed by Lead CNC staff.
• Assist in the setup and operation of CNC equipment used to manufacture precision components.
• Run simple machines simultaneously while maintaining quality and production standards.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished components from CNC machines.
• Assist with machine set-up, tooling changes, offsets, and basic program adjustments under supervision.
• Perform secondary operations including deburring, cleaning, degreasing, assembly, labeling, packaging, and inspection of parts.
• Use precision measuring and inspection equipment to verify product specifications and quality requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection tools to verify product specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and basic GD&T requirements.
• Identify and change tooling as required to maintain efficient machine operations.
• Monitor coolant reservoirs and assist with fluid maintenance procedures according to company guidelines and training.
• Monitor and consolidate metal chips from CNC machines into designated collection bins.
• Complete required production, quality, and operational documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain shop cleanliness by sweeping, vacuuming, removing trash, and organizing pallets and work areas.
• Assist in maintaining safe work conditions and report any unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, workplace organization, and 5S activities.
• Work collaboratively with machinists, operators, and production personnel to meet production goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the CNC machining team or supervisor.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience operating machining equipment preferred.
• Basic understanding of machining concepts, tooling, and CNC equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and basic technical documents.
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude required.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, grip, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to CNC lathes, mills, grinding, balancing, drilling, tapping, or related machining processes.
• Familiarity with GD&T concepts.
• Experience in automotive or powertrain manufacturing environments.
• Siemens 840D experience is a plus.

Benefits

• 85% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 5% employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
• PPO and HDHP medical plan options with tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Nine (9) employer-paid holidays
• Seven (7) days of planned plant shutdown paid at 50%
• Industry-leading Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Medical Leave available after 30 days of employment
• Clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art manufacturing environment