CNC Operator - Second Shift

Richards Industrials, founded in 1961, manufactures pressure regulators, control valves, and other fluid control products under brands such as Jordan Valve, Low Flow, Steriflow, Marwin, Hex, and Bestobell. The company serves pharmaceutical, food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and industrial markets, focusing on operational excellence and innovation.

About the role

This position reports to the Production Manager and involves operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality components for fluid control products. The role emphasizes precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts within qualified timeframes.
• Identify and select proper tooling, collets, fixtures, and jaws for efficient setups.
• Inspect cutting tools for sharpness and usability.
• Monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometer, dial caliper).
• Adjust machine settings to control part processing.
• Edit CNC programs to fine-tune processes, collaborating with CNC programmers or leads to submit changes.
• Perform “first-piece” in-process inspections.
• Set up machines for production runs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of CNC machining experience.
• General PC knowledge and familiarity with AS400 systems.
• Experience with CNC Turning/Mill machines.
• Ability to handle valve bodies weighing 50–200 lbs. using hand trucks, lifts, conveyors, or hoists.
• Capability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours).
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and resilience under pressure.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and disciplined.
• Curious, creative, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills.

Why join Richards Industrials?

• Opportunity to work in a profitable, growth-oriented company with a focus on career development.
• Join a talented, hard-working team dedicated to excellence.
• Contribute to a company that values community engagement through philanthropy and service.