CNC Programmer/Operator

Job Description

Universal Plastics Middlefield currently has an immediate opening for a CNC Programmer and Operator.

WORK HOURS:

Monday through Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm

About Universal Plastics:

Universal Plastics specializes in plastic injection molding, including gas assist and structural foam, for customers mostly in the medical, laboratory and diagnostic markets. We supply high quality, large plastic parts with complex designs and high cosmetic requirements. We have presses ranging from 85T -1,500T. This position is responsible for setting up, programming, and running the CNC Machine for the production of injection molded plastic parts.

Responsibilities of a CNC Programmer Operator

Setup, program, and run a Thermwood CNC Router for the production of injection molded plastic parts.

Write programs for the CNC machine to enhance production.

Use milling machines, sonic welders, and CNC machines to build fixtures, assemble parts, and fix structures in the facility.

Setup and machine parts as required by the customer in the production of their parts.

Repair defective parts from the Molding Department to meet customer requirements.

Order necessary components for sonic welders and other equipment.

Carpenter / woodworking tasks to repair various structures where needed in the facility.

Assist all departments with machine setups, woodworking, carpentry, and other tasks as required.

Maintains a clean and orderly workstation.

Observes all safety regulations and practices.

Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned by manager.

Stands, walks and uses hands for 8 to 10 hours per day

Candidate Requirements:

2-5 Years of Plastics experience preferred.

Knowledge and application of injection molding principles encouraged.

Ability to work well under minimal supervision; possess strong self-motivational skills.

Excellent decision-making skills to ensure we meet production demands.

Must be effective and efficient while performing all tasks to ensure production needs are met.

Possess a flexible mindset as jobs and tasks change quickly.

Detail oriented.

High School Diploma with good written and oral communication skills and arithmetic skills.

Ability to handle up to 20-pounds.

Disclaimer:

The job functions listed, but not limited to, are the minimum required necessary to perform the job. This job description is not meant to limit the addition of additional tasks or skills required. Because our Company requires the ability to change and adapt to the times, Universal Plastics reserves the right to change or modify this job description without advance notice, as determined by Universal Plastics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

No weekends

Overtime

Company Description

Universal Plastics specializes in plastic injection molding, including gas assist and structural foam, for customers mostly in the medical, laboratory and diagnostic markets. We supply high quality, large plastic parts with complex designs and high cosmetic requirements. We have presses ranging from 85T -1,500T. This position is responsible for ensuring presses are running efficiently to meet production demands.

Full-time