Join a Team That Works Hard & Has Fun Doing It

• Accountability – Own your work and deliver results
• Collaboration – Support your team and communicate openly
• Excellence – Take pride in getting the job done right

If you like staying busy, learning new skills, and working with a team that knows how to work hard and have fun, we want to meet you.

 What You’ll Do 

•  Set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision-machined components.
•  Interpret blueprints, GD&T, work instructions, setup sheets, and engineering requirements.
•  Select, install, and adjust tooling, inserts, chucks, collets, fixtures, and other work holding.
•  Load, edit, and verify CNC programs, including approved G-code and M-code changes.
•  Establish tool geometry, work offsets, and wear offsets.
•  Set and maintain appropriate speeds, feeds, depths of cut, and cutting conditions.
•  Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
•  Make program, offset, and tooling adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy.
•  Troubleshoot tool wear, chatter, poor surface finish, dimensional variation, and chip-control issues.
•  Monitor production runs and replace worn or damaged cutting tools.
•  Verify materials, tooling, programs, and documentation before production.
•  Maintain accurate production, inspection, and machine records.
•  Assist with new-job setups, program prove-outs, and process improvements.
•  Communicate machining issues and priorities with programming, engineering, quality, and production.
•  Train or assist less-experienced operators when needed.
•  Meet established quality, production, and delivery requirements.
•  Follow all safety procedures and company standards.
•  Additional duties as required.

 What We’re Looking For 

•  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
•  A combination of relevant CNC machining experience, technical training, vocational education, or apprenticeship
• may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Typically requires 3-5 years of related CNC machining or manufacturing experience, including independent CNC
• lathe setup, program editing, tooling adjustment, inspection, and troubleshooting.

Requirements

Required Skills & Working Conditions

•  Proficient knowledge of CNC lathe setup and operation.
•  Working knowledge of G-code, M-code, CNC controls, tool offsets, and wear adjustments.
•  Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, setup documentation, and machining specifications.
•  Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision inspection equipment.
•  Ability to troubleshoot routine and moderately complex machining problems.
•  Ability to adjust tooling, programs, speeds, feeds, and cutting conditions within established procedures.
•  Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
•  Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to understand technical English used in blueprints, GD&T, setup sheets, safety procedures, quality records, engineering communications, and CNC programming documentation.
• Ability to communicate machining conditions, quality concerns, production priorities, and corrective actions in English.
• Where applicable, ability to satisfy company and government requirements for access to ITAR-controlled technical
• data or defense articles, including qualification as a U.S. person under applicable regulations or eligibility for required authorization.
• Ability to protect controlled technical information and comply with export-control, confidentiality, and information security requirements.
•  This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee
•  Ability to support and guide less-experienced operators.
•  Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

 Physical Requirements 

• Stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
•  Frequently use hands and fingers to operate controls, tools, measuring equipment, and materials.
•  Reach, grasp, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in awkward positions as needed.
•  Lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tooling, fixtures, and finished parts as required.
•  Safely handle metal stock, cutting tools, chips, coolants, lubricants, and machined components.
•  Read blueprints, CNC displays, setup sheets, and precision measurements.
•  Distinguish dimensional, surface-finish, tooling, and quality characteristics.
•  Hear machine alarms, safety signals, equipment sounds, and verbal instructions.
•  Work around machine noise, moving equipment, metal chips, cutting fluids, vibration, and temperature variations.
•  Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
•  Use mechanical assistance or material-handling equipment when provided.
•  Perform essential job functions safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Cristek?

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Overtime Opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Work hard. Get stuff done. Have fun. Build something that matters.

Qnnect and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.? Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.