Job Description

CNC Mill Operator

Position Overview

Join a precision manufacturing team as a skilled CNC Machinist where you'll set up and operate CNC machining centers to fabricate high-quality metallic and nonmetallic parts. This role offers a rare 4-day work week, comprehensive benefits, and paid apprenticeship opportunities to advance your career in advanced manufacturing.

Salary: Based on Experience
Location: Natrona Heights, Pa
Schedule: 4-day work week (10-hour shifts) - Choice of 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Client Overview

Our client is an established precision manufacturing company specializing in complex machined components. They invest heavily in their workforce through NTMA apprenticeships, continuing education programs, and competitive benefits. With a focus on quality and innovation, they provide a collaborative environment where skilled machinists can grow their careers while maintaining excellent work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret blueprints, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining sequences
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on CNC machining centers
• Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and make necessary adjustments
• Verify finished part dimensions using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, and gauge blocks
• Deburr edges and holes while protecting parts from damage during production and subsequent operations
• Set tool offsets, adjust cutter compensation values, and manage machine zeros
• Fit and assemble machined parts into complete units following shop procedures and standards

Requirements:

Required:

• Proven ability to operate and maintain CNC Mills
• Blueprint reading skills with ability to interpret various view orientations, tolerances, and tap drill charts
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments including bore gauges
• Understanding of basic G-code programming and ability to modify offset values
• Knowledge of proper material identification and machining specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Preferred:

• NTMA apprenticeship completion or equivalent training
• Experience with multi-machine operations
• Familiarity with shop mathematics and machinability of various materials

Benefits:

• 4-day work week with overtime opportunities
• Shift differential pay
• Performance bonus program
• NTMA apprenticeship with paid reimbursement plan
• Continuing education with paid reimbursement plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life insurance (100% company-paid premium)
• Short-term and long-term disability (100% company-paid premium)
• 401(k) plan with $.50 match up to 6%
• Paid holidays, vacation, and earned time off (ETO)
• $150 prescription safety glass reimbursement
• Safety incentive program
• Health club membership reimbursement
• Multi-machine operator incentive