CNC Machine Operator
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Posted: March 15, 2026
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Quick Summary
A CNC Machine Operator is responsible for operating CNC machines, such as CNC machines, to produce metal parts and perform quality control checks. The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC machines and be able to work well under pressure to meet production targets. The right candidate will have a strong attention to detail and be able to work efficiently.
Required Skills
Job Description
Job Title: CNC Machine Operator
Location: Newport News, VA
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Shifts Needed: 1st shift 7am to 3:30pm Monday Through Friday; 3rd shift 11:00PM to7:00AM Sunday Through Thursday
Rate: $18 - $24/hr. (Depending on interview assessment and experience)
Duties Include::
• Use CNC machine to bend sheet metal
• Use CNC machine to insert hardware in sheet metal
• Join metal sheets together with spot welding machine
• Set up, clean and maintain tooling
• Check parts produced for dimensional accuracy
• Produce the maximum number of parts in minimum time by working efficiently
• Material handling using forklift or pallet jack, and by hand
• Count and stack finished parts
• Deburr parts
• Monitor quality during production
• Maintain equipment & troubleshoot malfunctions
• Other tasks as required
• Follow company procedures and safety rules
Requirements::
To be considered, Applicants for this position must:
• Be comfortable using a computer to operate equipment;
• Have excellent attendance and dependability;
• Be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers as needed;
• Be able to lift up to 75 lbs;
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• These skills are preferred but not required:
• Have experience setting up and operating CNC manufacturing equipment;
• Be able to read basic blueprints;
• Be able to use calipers and other precision measuring tools.