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1st Shift CNC Operator

Sunshine Metals, Wichita, KS, United States


The CNC Operator is responsible for the timely and accurate production of metallic machined parts per the specifications and requirements of the shop traveler. The CNC Operator is also responsible for error-free processing of each order, and for completing the necessary paperwork and computer data entries associated with the CNC Production Process.

Responsibilities and Duties
As a minimum, the following is a basic description of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the CNC Operator. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as the needs of the organization require.

Operate, maintain, clean, setup, load, and unload the CNC Router

Effectively and efficiently carry out production process

Receive order from Production Planner

Allocate, pull, and load material

Set up machine and run job

Inspect products

Clean, label, and stage finished parts

Offload scrap or stock and return any materials as needed

Process job through the system and maintain an organized, clean work area

Verify quality to ensure the product meets the customer’s specifications

Regularly clean and maintain equipment and machinery

Program and troubleshoot CNC Router functions

Understand Sunshine Metals’ objectives and mission

Practice a willingness to learn production and distribution methodology

Adhere to all Sunshine Metals’ safety rules, regulations, quality standards and procedures

Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day

Cross-train other team members as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Drivers license

Two or more years of machine operating experience

Intermediate or Higher CNC operation experience

Good reading and math skills

Good organizational, problem solving, and time management skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Ability to measure using different tools

Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction

Strong work ethic; self-motivated

Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in metalworking, blueprint reading, drafting and math

Two years machine operating experience

One or more years of CNC router operation experience

Mastercam experience

Standing — More than ¾ of the time

Use of hands or fingers to handle or feel — Over ¾ of the time

Reach with hands or arms — Over ¾ of the time

Kneeling/Crawling/Twisting/Balancing — Over ½ of the time

Bending/Climbing — Over ½ of the time

Talk or hear — Over ¾ of the time

Close vision (clear vision at 36 inches or less)

Weights to be lifted

Up to 50 pounds — Over ¾ of the time

Up to 75 pounds — Less than ¼ of the time

Weights to be pushed/pulled

Between 25–50 pounds — Over ¾ of the time

Working Conditions
Good working conditions. Frequent visual/auditory attention to recognize needs for repair and service to facilities, machines, and vehicles.

Exposure to hazardous machinery, sharp tools, proximity to moving objects, noise, heat, humidity.

The physical demand and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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