CNC Machine Operator

Job Description Job Description

2nd shift 3:30pm to midnight

40 hours fulltime

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up, load, and safely monitor automated CNC wire-forming and foaming machines according to predefined instructions.
• Material Feeding: Properly feed raw wiring components or manage chemical/foam injection reservoirs to ensure smooth, uninterrupted manufacturing cycles.
• Quality Inspection: Use basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, or gauges) to perform first-piece and routine inspections on finished components to ensure exact adherence to tolerances.
• Blueprint Literacy: Read and interpret basic technical schematics, job travelers, and operational work instructions. 1, 2
• Basic Troubleshooting: Monitor machine performance, spot deviations in wire tracking or foam density, and assist maintenance or mid-level operators with minor setup corrections.
• Safety & Maintenance: Keep the workspace and tools clean. Maintain strict adherence to all workplace safety rules, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. (Technical school training or a basic manufacturing certification is a major plus).
• Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable working around heavy, fast-moving automated industrial equipment.
• Basic Math & Tech Skills: Ability to compute basic shop mathematics and navigate digital machine interface screens.
• Physical Capabilities: Must be able to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive manual tasks, and lift materials up to 50 lbs safely.
• Dependability: A strong commitment to precise attendance, punctuation, and team communication.

Company Description

North/South Eastern Connecticut's first and premier Staffing Agency Established in 1989

Company Description North/South Eastern Connecticut's first and premier Staffing Agency Established in 1989