Machine Operator - CNC & Manual (Knight Const. & Supply, Inc.)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water jet cutting equipment to cut various materials to specification
• Operate CNC mills, including loading material, deburring parts, and part inspection
• Operate manual (knee) mills and lathes for custom, prototype, or low-volume work
• Operate press brakes, including tooling selection and bend verification
• Aid Machinist with line boring and other field machining operations
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
• Perform in-process and final inspections using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, material defects, or quality issues
• Perform routine machine maintenance, cleaning, and preventative care
• Operate overhead crane and forklift to load and handle material
• Operate company vehicle for transporting materials, tools, other related items
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and lockout/tagout when required
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet deadlines and continuous improvement goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

About the Role

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of machining equipment to produce precision parts that meet quality, safety, and production standards. This role requires hands-on experience with water jet cutting systems, CNC mills, lathes, press brakes, and conventional milling machines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing high-quality work.