CNC Operator

REPORTS TO: CNC Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Produce machine components using a computer numerical control, or CNC, Messer Plasma Table, and our 250-ton, 14ft CNC Press Brake. Programming, operating, and implementing machine processes while maintaining company safety and quality expectations. Additionally, you’ll manage related inventory and keep accurate records of daily production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

• Import provided nesting and CAD drawings to machine steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel parts used to build ships.
• Use magnets, overhead gantry cranes, and forklifts to move 10’ x 40’ steel plates and remove cut parts.
• Use magnets, overhead gantry cranes, and forklifts to move parts through the CNC Press Brake.
• Manage stock inventory with regular checks and anticipate needs with responsive ordering.
• Install and adjust tools, cutting heads, consumables, and stops.
• Detect and troubleshoot system malfunctions by taking measurements, adjusting controls, reprogramming machines, and closely monitoring scribing and cutting.
• Adhere to all company, local, state, and federal protocols and safety regulations.
• Complete regular preventative maintenance and call for repairs as needed.
• Communicate with other shifts and accurately document daily production operations to maintain continuity.
• Operate all-terrain forklift, Mi-Jack, and other heavy machinery.
• Use handheld plasma torches and welding equipment.
• All other duties as assigned based on operational needs.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Competitive Pay – $20 - $30 depending on experience.
• Single and Family Medical Dental Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date
• $20,000 in AD&D life insurance short term disability at no cost for full-time employees
• $1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
• Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
• 401(K) company match after 1 year
• Six paid company holidays
• Paid sick and vacation New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
• Health Savings Account
• An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
• Overtime available after 40 hours

WORK HOURS: 40-50 hours per week. Standard 8-hour shifts on a 5-day work week with overtime. Candidates may be asked to work weekends. Normal hours are Monday-Friday.

• Day Shift: 6:00am to 2:30pm or 3:30pm based on operational needs.

KNOWLEDGE:

• 3 years’ experience in the field.
• Proficient in machine shop math.
• Welding experience a plus.
• Previous supply management experience.
• Developed verbal communication skills.
• Excellent judgment and attention to detail.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Familiarity with standard industry programming technology
• Safe use of all tools and equipment including, but not limited to, bevel square, digital angle, tape measure, plasma torch, and common hand tools.
• Work independently and with teams.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions.
• Ability to use upper and lower extremities.
• Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold.
• Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift.
• Occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds.
• Able to work over bodies of water.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.

HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.