CNC Set Up Operator- 3rd Shift

Southco Inc • United States, United States • 1d ago

About the role

We are seeking an experienced CNC Set-up/ Operator to join our team. The right candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating Citizen Swiss CNC lathes to manufacture precision components. This individual will have strong technical knowledge of CNC lathes, the fundamentals of machining, familiarity with metal cutting tools, and the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.

Compensation: $27.00-$31.00

Plus 10% shift differential!

What you will be doing

Interpret engineering blueprints and specifications to determine machining requirements.

-Set up CNC machines including loading materials, installing cutting tools, and configuring machine parameters.

-Perform test runs to ensure that CNC programs are accurate and meet quality standards.

-Optimize machining processes to improve quality, reduce cycle times, cut tooling costs, and simplify set-ups.

-Observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from specifications and adjust as needed.

-Inspect finished products to validate conformance to quality.

-Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and optimize manufacturing processes.

-Adhere to safety protocols and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

-Run daily production, weight count parts, PM CNC equipment, keep a neat and organized work area.

-Train others on CNC equipment as needed

About you

-High School Diploma or Equivalent

-Proven experience as a CNC Swiss lathe Set-up/Operator

-Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling selection, and cutting parameters.

-Ability to interpret blueprints, technical specifications, quality control documents, and GD&T.

-Minimum of two years CNC Lathe operation experience-preferably with Citizen brand lathes.

-Able to lift 40 lbs./18 kgs.

-Safety and Quality conscious.

-Problem solving skills and attention to detail.

-Familiarity with SAP or similar business software.

-Ability to communicate effectively and work together as a team member.

-Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

-Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and priorities.

How will we reward you

Competitive base pay

Generous time off - starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan - Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3-year vesting period

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans

Company paid Life & Disability Insurance including; short term, Long Term, and Life

Great Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees

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