NC Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

Join our dedicated team as a NC Operator in Durant, MS. Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been a global leader in automotive service equipment, with products used in over 130 countries. We are proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025).

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments, material requirements, quantity, and job sequence.
• Manually sets tools and punches as specified by setup sheets.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Measures work piece dimensions with the use of ruler, templates, calipers, square, tape measure, and micrometer, to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Engages program to begin cutting or punching holes in material.
• Manually lifts material onto machine.
• Reads blueprints and job orders for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• CNC programming required to set machine up, including but not limited to, changing specifications and troubleshooting.
• Maintains tools in proper location and condition, including assembly, sharpening and critical visual inspection.
• Inspects work pieces before use to eliminate damaged pieces and after use to ensure high quality.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled.
• Observe and follow all safety rules.
• Must work cohesively with machine operators, maintenance, and others.
• Must be proficient in AS400 and Microsoft applications.
• May train other operators.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• The ability to operate a crane, previous forklift experience is highly preferred.
• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; the ability to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and peripheral vision.
• Manual dexterity in hands for various tool usage.

Qualifications

• Proficient in AS400 and Microsoft applications.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders.
• CNC programming skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Industry-Leading Healthcare Coverage.
• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Pay

$28.15 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay.

Schedule

1st shift (7am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday)