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Machine Operator (Day Shift)

New Hartford, CT

Posted: 09/09/2024 Industry: Manufacturing Pay Rate: $20 - $24 / hr.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC machining and a passion for precision. The Machine Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining various machines, including lathes and CNC presses, to produce high-quality packages and products. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and utilize your mechanical knowledge and skills to contribute to our production goals.

Duties:

- Operate and maintain a variety of machines, including lathes, CNC presses, and other equipment to ensure efficient and accurate production.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and CAM programming to perform complex machining tasks.
- Use a micrometer to measure and verify product dimensions and quality.
- Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and ensure machines are in good working order.
- Utilize basic math skills to calculate and verify measurements, weights, and other production data.
- Work in a team environment to meet production targets and achieve quality goals.
- Package and prepare products for shipping or distribution.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

 

Job Requirements

Experience:

- Previous experience as a Machine Operator or in a related machining or manufacturing role is essential.
- 1 year of CNC machining experience or successful completion of our Machine Operator training program - required
- Mechanical knowledge and experience with CNC lathes and presses are highly desirable.
- The ability to perform basic math calculations and read technical documents is necessary.
- Experience working in a manufacturing facility is beneficial.

Skills:

- Proficiency with CNC machines.
- Experience with CNC lathes and presses.
- Strong mechanical knowledge and skills.
- Basic math skills and the ability to calculate and verify measurements.
- Familiarity with micrometer measurements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
  • Basic math: 1 year (Required)
  • CNC: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • New Hartford, CT 06057: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Meet Your Recruiter

Diane Porter
Staffing Coordinator

What I love most about my job is the excitement of finding the perfect candidate for the specific job I am staffing for and the gratitude of the candidate for helping them find a job they love. 

 

Fun times for me are spending my weekends with my family, especially my granddaughter. We do special things together which I hope she will cherish forever.  My passion for photography inspires me because I can capture many memories that will last a lifetime. 

 

“Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” - Aaron Siskind 

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