CNC Operator

Duties and responsibilities

• Entering CNC programs into the machine, either by creating new programs or utilizing existing ones, to control the cutting process.

• Loading and unloading raw materials onto the machine.

• Watching the machine during operation, ensuring it runs smoothly and adjusting as needed to maintain quality.

• Regularly checking finished parts against specifications using measuring tools to verify accuracy and identify defects.

• Performing basic cleaning, routine maintenance and lubrication on the CNC machine, identifying and reporting any malfunctions to ensure optimal performance and prevent malfunctions.

• Maintaining production logs and recording relevant data like machine settings, quality checks, and any issues encountered.

• Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine issues or notify the maintenance department for repairs.

• Follow all company safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 - 2+ years of experience operating CNC mills and lathes in a manufacturing, production or metal fabrication setting.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and the ability to perform inspections on finished products.
• Willingness to undergo training and continuing education to stay updated with new techniques and technologies in CNC mills and lathes.
• Completion of the established Skill Pie per location.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, extremely organized.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.); ability to operate light equipment, good knowledge of mechanical devices.
• Previous crane and forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Strong attention to details, analytical skills, exceptional judgment, dependable, excellent teamwork skills, good time management skills, creative, problem-solving, hardworking & persistent, professional competence, proactive
• Forklift certification.
• Current/active driver’s license

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Technical Degree, or an equivalent combination of education & experience
• 3 - 5+ years of increasingly responsible experience as a CNC machinist in a manufacturing, production, or metal fabrication setting.
• Welder certification
• Crane certification

Working conditions

Travel 10% of time for meetings at other SSAB locations, deliveries, trainings, seminars & conferences as needed.

Physical requirements

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, provincial and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, provincial and local standards.