CNC Operator
About the role
As a CNC Machine Operator, you will oversee the daily operation of Laser, Punch, and panel bender machines, producing parts for Crusoe Fabricators using work orders, drawings, sketches, fabrication standards, and programs. This role is essential to our manufacturing process, ensuring the accurate and efficient production of high-quality components. The ideal candidate has experience operating CNC machinery, a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings, and a commitment to safety and quality. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities
- Machine Operation and Setup: Set up machinery to manufacture parts, including loading feed mechanisms by lifting sheet metal. Enter programs or perform post-production of existing programs. Run tests before starting operations.
- Blueprint Interpretation and Quality Control: Read and interpret blueprint designs to manufacture products/components to customer specifications. Make mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts meet quantity and quality requirements. Inspect machinery and product for quality assurance. Utilize the quality control system and check sheets.
- Machine Maintenance and Tooling: Periodically check CNC machines to ensure punch or laser tooling is in good condition. Replace/sharpen tooling as needed. Perform daily maintenance on machinery. Maintain tooling inventory for current and future production.
- Safety and Compliance: Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Follow safety requirements and maintain certifications.
- Documentation and Review: Review work orders and programs for accuracy concerning designs and verification of required materials.
- Additional Duties: Perform other related duties that contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- CNC Experience: 3+ years of experience as a CNC Operator or Machinist. Laser and punch experience preferred but not required.
- Technical Skills: Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and drawings. Methodical and analytical problem-solving skills with strong mechanical aptitude.
- Physical Requirements: Requires lifting, lowering, pushing, and pulling merchandise up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 8 hours or more daily. Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
- Soft Skills: Must be detail-oriented, a team player willing to take on additional roles, and have a good attitude and willingness to learn.
- Background Check and Safety: Must be able to pass a background check. This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.
Qualifications
- Certificate of a 2-year technical degree in Machine Technology, Precision Machining, or CNC Operations (bonus).
- Experience working with shop machinery, including Shear and Brake Press (bonus).
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and equity packages
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
- Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
- Daily meals allowance
- Additional perks & programs specific to location
Pay
Compensation will be paid in the range of $22 - $29.50/hr + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.