{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5590730ff22ddb6c86932588","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5590730ff22ddb6c86932588","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5590730ff22ddb6c86932588","title":"CNC Operator (Overnight Shift)","description":"Position Overview\n\nPerform machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. Machinists are expected to have achieved advanced skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and advanced CNC machining.\n\nPay Range: $32.48 + $2.00 Shift differential\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nPerforming all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilities\nSetting-up CNC equipment\nLoading feed mechanism\nVerifying settings and adjusting CNC accordingly\nMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations\nMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements\nManaging a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper)\nAbility to manage a normal work load operating 6-10 CNC machines\nDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logs\nWorking with all floor supervisors and team leaders, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backs\nWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality product\nRegular attendance (as defined by our policies) is required\n\nNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at anytime in accordance with business needs and conditions.\n\nExperience and Education\n\nHigh School/GED preferred\nAssociate's degree and/or equivalent experience in related discipline preferred\n1-3 years related experience is preferred (typically a CNC certification requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training)\n\nCompetencies and Skills\n\nCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNC Certification preferred\nKnowledge of CNC controls (ie: Fanuc, Yaznac, Mazak, Okuma), with experience operating Mazak, Mori Seiki, Matsuura, Okuma, Haas, Tsugami (Swiss Turn), and Citizen Screw machines\nExperience running CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines with 4 and 5 axes, and lathes with 7 and 9 axes\nExperience with off-line tool setter (Parlec helpful)\nAbility to interpret CMM reports and adjust CNC accordingly\nKnowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and the ability to adjust machines to a chartMust have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment\nMust have and demonstrate excellent conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation skills, supply management, tooling, coordination, inventory control, attention to detail, and judgment\nMust have working command of the English language\nMust be able to read, write and interpret the English language\nMust be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)\nBasic computer skills preferred\n\nPhysical Demands\n\nMust be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds\n\nNOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nWork Environment and Personal Protective Equipment\n\nWithin any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.\n\nMandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protection\n\nThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear\n\nAll employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks\n\nMay be required depending on position:\n\nInvolvement in the hearing conservation program\n\nWearing of safety certified shoes/boots\n\nParticipation in the stretching program if applicable\n\nWithin the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting\n\nWork environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting\n\n\"RECRUITING FRAUD ALERT”\n\nAt Smith & Wesson, your personal information and online safety are our top priorities. Our recruiters will only direct candidates to apply through our official career page www.smith-wesson.com/careers. We will never request payments, financial account details, or sensitive information such as Social Security numbers. If you're unsure about the legitimacy of a message, please contact HRRecruiting@smith-wesson.com for verification.\"\n\nUpdated 8/26/2026\n\nRequirements:\n\nSince 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.\n\nBenefits:\n\nHealth, Dental & Vision\nPrescription Drug Coverage\nEmployee Assistance Program\nGroup Life Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nInvestment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing\nDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan\nPaid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown\nTuition Assistance Program\nEmployee Product Discounts\nService Awards\n\nScope of Job:\n\nPerform machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. Machinists are expected to have achieved advanced skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and advanced CNC machining.\n\nEssential Responsibilities:\n\nPerforming all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilities\nSetting-up CNC equipment\nLoading feed mechanism\nVerifying settings and adjusting CNC accordingly\nMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations\nMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements\nManaging a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper)\nAbility to manage a normal work load operating 6-10 CNC machines\nDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logs\nWorking with all floor supervisors and team leaders, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backs\nWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality product\nRegular attendance (as defined by our policies) is required\n\nNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Competencies of the ideal candidate\n\nEducation and Experience:\n\nHigh School/GED preferred\nAssociate's degree and/or equivalent experience in related discipline preferred\n1-3 years related experience is preferred (typically a CNC certification requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training)\nCompetencies and Skills:\nKnowledge of CNC controls (ie: Fanuc, Yaznac, Mazak, Okuma), with experience operating Mazak, Mori Seiki, Matsuura, Okuma, Haas, Tsugami (Swiss Turn), and Citizen Screw machines\nExperience running CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines with 4 and 5 axes, and lathes with 7 and 9 axes\nExperience with off-line tool setter (Parlec helpful)\nAbility to interpret CMM reports and adjust CNC accordingly\nKnowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and the ability to adjust machines to a chartMust have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment\nMust have and demonstrate excellent conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation skills, supply management, tooling, coordination, inventory control, attention to detail, and judgment\nMust have working command of the English language\nMust be able to read, write and interpret the English language\nMust be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)\nBasic computer skills preferred\nCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:\nCNC certification preferred\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\nMust be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds\n\nNOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\n\nWithin any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. 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Machinists are expected to have achieved advanced skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and advanced CNC machining.\n\nPay Range: $32.48 + $2.00 Shift differential\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nPerforming all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilities\nSetting-up CNC equipment\nLoading feed mechanism\nVerifying settings and adjusting CNC accordingly\nMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations\nMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements\nManaging a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper)\nAbility to manage a normal work load operating 6-10 CNC machines\nDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logs\nWorking with all floor supervisors and team leaders, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backs\nWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality product\nRegular attendance (as defined by our policies) is required\n\nNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at anytime in accordance with business needs and conditions.\n\nExperience and Education\n\nHigh School/GED preferred\nAssociate's degree and/or equivalent experience in related discipline preferred\n1-3 years related experience is preferred (typically a CNC certification requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training)\n\nCompetencies and Skills\n\nCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNC Certification preferred\nKnowledge of CNC controls (ie: Fanuc, Yaznac, Mazak, Okuma), with experience operating Mazak, Mori Seiki, Matsuura, Okuma, Haas, Tsugami (Swiss Turn), and Citizen Screw machines\nExperience running CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines with 4 and 5 axes, and lathes with 7 and 9 axes\nExperience with off-line tool setter (Parlec helpful)\nAbility to interpret CMM reports and adjust CNC accordingly\nKnowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and the ability to adjust machines to a chartMust have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment\nMust have and demonstrate excellent conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation skills, supply management, tooling, coordination, inventory control, attention to detail, and judgment\nMust have working command of the English language\nMust be able to read, write and interpret the English language\nMust be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)\nBasic computer skills preferred\n\nPhysical Demands\n\nMust be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds\n\nNOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\nWork Environment and Personal Protective Equipment\n\nWithin any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.\n\nMandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protection\n\nThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear\n\nAll employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks\n\nMay be required depending on position:\n\nInvolvement in the hearing conservation program\n\nWearing of safety certified shoes/boots\n\nParticipation in the stretching program if applicable\n\nWithin the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting\n\nWork environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting\n\n\"RECRUITING FRAUD ALERT”\n\nAt Smith & Wesson, your personal information and online safety are our top priorities. Our recruiters will only direct candidates to apply through our official career page www.smith-wesson.com/careers. We will never request payments, financial account details, or sensitive information such as Social Security numbers. If you're unsure about the legitimacy of a message, please contact HRRecruiting@smith-wesson.com for verification.\"\n\nUpdated 8/26/2026\n\nRequirements:\n\nSince 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.\n\nBenefits:\n\nHealth, Dental & Vision\nPrescription Drug Coverage\nEmployee Assistance Program\nGroup Life Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nInvestment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing\nDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan\nPaid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown\nTuition Assistance Program\nEmployee Product Discounts\nService Awards\n\nScope of Job:\n\nPerform machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. Machinists are expected to have achieved advanced skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and advanced CNC machining.\n\nEssential Responsibilities:\n\nPerforming all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilities\nSetting-up CNC equipment\nLoading feed mechanism\nVerifying settings and adjusting CNC accordingly\nMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations\nMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements\nManaging a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper)\nAbility to manage a normal work load operating 6-10 CNC machines\nDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logs\nWorking with all floor supervisors and team leaders, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backs\nWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality product\nRegular attendance (as defined by our policies) is required\n\nNOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. 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