CNC Technician

Description

CNC Technician – Job Description

The CNC Technician supports CNC operations by assisting the CNC Manufacturing Engineer with daily machine activities, troubleshooting, process improvements, and operator training. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality CNC production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and develop countermeasures for safety-related issues
• Assist with daily troubleshooting of CNC parts, equipment, and processes
• Document and communicate activities across the organization
• Support process validation and tool tryouts
• Program, interface, and troubleshoot bar feeders
• Edit CNC programs (G-code)
• Perform CNC setup, changeovers, and tool changes
• Maintain and update CNC documentation
• Train operators as needed
• Assist with customer rejection investigations and countermeasures
• Support 5S activities
• Perform start-up and shut-down procedures
• Complete assigned Maintenance PMs and Operator PMs
• Serve as back-up crane operator
• Work in both office and manufacturing environments with exposure to mechanical equipment and moderate noise

Requirements

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of CNC experience, including setup and troubleshooting
• Actively pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering Technology

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Understanding of CNC equipment performance, uptime, scrap, and efficiency
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage schedules and timelines
• Strong math skills
• Ability to work in metric
• Ability to lead problem-solving groups
• Understanding of Japanese production methods

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing and repetitive tasks
• Ability to lift up to 32 lbs
• Manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to distinguish between colored wires, tabs, and components
• Required PPE: gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, ear protection

Additional Details

• Full-time position, Monday–Friday, with potential extended hours or weekend work
• No supervisory responsibilities
• Reasonable accommodations available as needed
• Equal Opportunity Employer