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Machine Operator

Company:
Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Location:
Dover, NJ, 07801
Posted:
August 01, 2026
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Job Description

Salary: $40,000 - $51,000

Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is currently seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join our team! At UTRS, we enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative environment of close-knit team members. As a company, we provide a wide range of leading-edge engineering, management, and digital services to the public and private sectors. We are looking for someone that will support our mission to consistently deliver creative, high-quality, technology-based services to our customers on time and within budget.

This person is responsible for set-up and operation of CNC and traditional machines. They will assist with the operation of equipment, tooling maintenance, and will ensure that all required processes are completed to produce parts. This position is located at Picatinny Arsenal.

What will you be doing?

This position will be a key member of the manufacturing team. Duties include:

Assist in set ups of jobs

Operate CNC machines (learn to program)

Fabricate parts

Fit and assemble machined parts into complete units

Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and tooling pre-setters

Verify conformance of finished work to specifications using precision measuring instruments

Check machine for readiness to ensure functionality and performance

Confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems

Maintain a clean work area and assure safe operations of all equipment

What skills will the ideal candidate have to be successful?

This position will require the following skillsets and experience:

Must be able to obtain a clearance through the DoD security background investigation process

Pass drug and alcohol testing

Must have good mechanical skills and experience

High standard of quality and efficiency

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to perform in-process inspection

CNC manufacturing experience beneficial

Solid knowledge of shop mathematics toinclude Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

CNC lathe and vertical milling machining experience a plus

Must be a team player, able to multitask and prioritize accordingly

Basic PC knowledge (MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Must be able to work in a physical capacity, lifting and moving heavy object

Must be a US Citizen

Must have a valid drivers license and be able to obtain a government drivers license

High School diploma required, College degree not required but beneficial

Past or present military personal are encouraged to apply

Read about our benefits here:Our Benefits - UTRS Thinking Forward

UTRS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UTRS is a drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug testing and background verifications.

Full-time

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