CNC Operator I

About the role

The CNC Operator I position at Bluefors in Syracuse, NY, supports the production of precision components used in advanced cryogenic systems. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-tech manufacturing environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate required parts
• Use qualified measuring tools on a daily basis
• Feed and load raw materials into CNC machines
• Inspect parts according to established policies and procedures
• Troubleshoot machines and maintain machine operations
• Monitor machine operation and adjust controls as required
• Detect machine malfunctions and worn or damaged tooling
• Perform inspection operations to maintain quality standards and specifications
• Clean machines, tooling, and finished parts as required
• Stack and organize raw and finished materials properly within storage areas
• Perform first-piece quality inspections as verified by a supervisor or quality technician
• Maintain tooling, supplies, and raw material inventory usage
• Complete ongoing technical training requirements
• Maintain good housekeeping and a clean work environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year of manufacturing experience preferred
• Technical certificate with related machining experience preferred
• Ability to set up and use measuring tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
• Familiarity with GD&T principles preferred
• Ability to read and understand g-code programming
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Dependability and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Commitment to safety and following established procedures
• Willingness to continue learning and developing technical skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year of manufacturing experience preferred
• Technical certificate with related machining experience preferred
• Ability to set up and use measuring tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
• Familiarity with GD&T principles preferred
• Ability to read and understand g-code programming
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Dependability and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Commitment to safety and following established procedures
• Willingness to continue learning and developing technical skills

Skills

• Ability to set up and use measuring tools
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
• Familiarity with GD&T principles
• Ability to read and understand g-code programming
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Dependability and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Commitment to safety and following established procedures
• Willingness to continue learning and developing technical skills

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), long- and short-term disability, life insurance, training, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.25-23.07 per hour.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is not specified.

Department

The department for this role is Production.

Locations

The location for this role is Syracuse.

About Bluefors

The world's leading manufacturer of ultra-low temperature cryogen-free dilution refrigerators. We design and manufacture measurement systems that can provide clean and quiet environments for scientific research, even at ultra-low temperatures. Our systems have options which include wiring and superconducting magnets and can be customized to meet the requirements of each customer. We have a strong focus on the quantum computing and information community and are here to support scientists and industries go further in their endeavors. For this, we have brought together the best minds from a variety of fields. If you are a skilled physicist, technician, engineer or business professional and looking for an interesting job in a multicultural environment, join our growth story at Bluefors. Here we are curious to the core, have wide-range expertise, and have one mission: progress. Continuous development, learning, and collaboration are fundamental to our way of working. In our agile company structure, customers are in direct contact with scientists and engineers who design their system. We deliver systems all around the world and the markets for our products are constantly growing. Currently, we employ more than 600 professionals from over 50 different nationalities. We offer competitive benefits package, employee share program, flexible working environment and a non-smoking workplace.