CNC Machine Operator

Job Description:

Setup and operate and maintain the CNC work center. The role also will use precision instruments to check parts to verify they are within specific tolerances.

Job Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Blossom Machine Production planning, build package instruction, AS-9100 Policy & Procedures, job description, and employee handbook.


• Promote a safe work environment by keeping work area neat and free from fluid spills, chips, trash, or unsecured extension cords and air hoses.


• Ensure that tool spindles, tool holders, cutting tools and tooling fixtures are 100% free from any foreign objects (burrs, chips, etc.)


• Properly indicate fixtures, establish tool length offsets (TLO's), tool loading and location of X-Y-Z zeroes per approved set-up sheets and tool lists.


• Verification and loading of Q.A. approved CNC programs received from the Shop Foreman into machine control or host computer.


• Correctly load parts on fixtures and ensure parts and fixtures are free from foreign objects (burrs, chips, etc.).


• Monitor feed rates, spindle speeds, and tool wear to ensure quality surface finish.


• Understand and interpret parts drawings visual aids, and scrap history.


• Collect Inspection data and record key characteristics measured on Operator Check Sheets to reduce process variation.


• Verify part number, dash number, lot number, drawing revisions, and special manufacturing instructions from build package documents, job traveler production note requirements and report any differences.


• Verify material type, lot number, grain direction, production cut size, and quantities per the Job Traveler.


• Receive, verify & return tooling fixtures and cutters per approved set-up sheets and tool lists.


• Monitoring coolant concentrations with refractometer to ensure tool life and reduce heat build-up in parts.


• Post accurate time worked to the correct job and operation sequence of the job traveler in the Vista data collection system.


• Perform periodic preventative maintenance (PM) as scheduled.


• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6am to 4:30pm and Friday from 6 to 11:30am. Hours may change at times to accommodate business needs.

Education, Skills & Experience:

• 2 to 3 years' experience preferred, but not required


• Aerospace industry experience is a plus


• Sound knowledge/understanding of speeds and feeds


• Proven ability to understand/read blueprints/drawings


• Proven ability to trouble-shoot problems on the floor


• High School Diploma or GED


• Basic math skills


• Ability to use of various inspection gauges


• Ability to communicate effectively


• Attention to detail characteristics


• Meet expectations from Occupation Skills Matrix


• Capability to work within a team environment


• Excellent attendance & work history

Physical demands

• Position may require use of hands & arms with repetitive motion & reach.


• Position may require manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment.


• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.


• Position may require the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.


• Position may require the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.


• Position may require bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.


• Position may require the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 30-75 pounds (50-75 lbs. would have partner assistance)


• Position may require activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.

Work Environment

The plant is a machining environment; therefore, you may be required to wear respiratory protection due to air borne particles, chemicals & solvents depending on position.

Safety glasses are required at all times in production areas. OSHA regulations are followed.

There is a drug screen required if you are hired for this position.