CNC Machine Operator

Job Title: Senior / Experienced CNC Machine Operator Position: CNC Machine Operator / Technician Experience Required: 3+ Years Salary Range: ₹35,000 – ₹80,000 per month (Commensurate with skills & experience) Employment Type: Full-time Position Overview We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Machine Operator with at least 3 years of hands-on experience to join our manufacturing team. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines (such as lathes, mills, or multi-axis turning centers) to produce high-precision metal, plastic, or composite parts according to blueprint specifications. Key Responsibilities Setup & Operation Read and interpret technical drawings, engineering blueprints, geometric dimensioning, and tolerances (GD&T). Load programs, set tool offsets, establish zero reference points, and prepare raw materials. Set up workholding fixtures, jaws, collets, and cutting tools according to job setup sheets. Operate CNC Lathes, CNC Milling Machines, or VMCs/HMCs efficiently during production runs. Quality Control & Precision Inspect first-piece and in-process manufactured parts using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, vernier calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, coordinate measuring machines/CMM). Make necessary offset adjustments, tool changes, or feed/speed modifications to maintain exact tolerances (e.g., within \pm0.01\text{ mm}). Perform regular quality checks and maintain detailed inspection logs to ensure compliance with quality standards. Maintenance & Safety Perform routine preventive maintenance on CNC machinery (coolant levels, lubrication, cleaning chips). Diagnose minor machine errors or alarms and coordinate with maintenance engineers for complex issues. Strictly adhere to industrial safety regulations, wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Required Qualifications & Skills Education: ITI in Machinist/Turner, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical trade experience. Experience: Minimum 3 years in setup, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC machines in a production or precision machining environment. Control Systems: Proficiency with major CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, Haas, or Mazak. Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of G-code and M-code editing. Knowledge of cutting tool selection, geometry, and feed rate/spindle speed calculations. Familiarity with GD&T symbols and precision measuring instruments.