CNC Machine Operator - 2nd Shift -$1/hr shift differential

Are you looking for more than just a job? Join us and start a career where your work matters. No experience is necessary! We provide on-the-job training for all new hires to set you up for a successful career!

At Praxis, we invest in your development, value your ideas, and provide a clear path for growth—because when you succeed, we all succeed. We provide on the job training and teach skillsets that will help take you to the next level in Manufacturing. We offer career advancement opportunities to anyone that is looking for them!

Join a team that makes innovations reality, owns the process and demands excellence all while supporting your work-life balance with flexible schedules, ample vacation time to rest and recharge, and a relaxed atmosphere so you can focus on what matters — doing good work that makes people’s lives better.

We value people that are highly motivated, self-starters open to learning new things every day. We’re looking for people with a good attitude and strong character who strive to be the best at what they do, take accountability for their actions and are determined and committed to get the job done.

We’re highly collaborative, innovative thinkers and we need people from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience to join our growing team. We’ve built our workplace on inclusivity treating everyone with respect and integrity and providing people with the support and space to do their best work.

Benefits

We’re a company that values you and your career path, and recognizes the importance of work-life balance.

In addition to being part of a locally owned and operated business who values treating everyone with integrity and respect, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance costs you just $1/month!

Comprehensive Dental + Vision

401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3%

Basic Life AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off — 18 days first year (pro-rated)

Paid holidays — 9 days

Annual Performance Bonus Potential

Employee Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance

Shift differential: 2nd shift – + $1/hr, 3rd shift – + $3/hr

We pride ourselves on being a community-minded company that provides lots of opportunity to learn, grow and be at your best every day.

Position Summary

Reporting to Machine Shop Manager, the CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Machine Operator - I is responsible for the operation of CNC machines to produce Praxis products. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have a willingness to learn, is able to work independently and as part of a team, and will be able to develop & maintain relationships.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Learn mechanical principles of Praxis products and manufacturing to become technical expert/resource on Praxis parts and products fabricated in house

Manufacture parts by using industry-standard CNC machining techniques and practices such as drilling, grooving and cutting, facing, profiling, pocketing, turning, knurling, and threading

Obtain and record measurements using precision measurement tools such as micrometers, dial calipers, and height gages

Manufacture Particular Sinter Form (PSF) parts using CNC Lathes and Vertical Machining Centers

Set up CNC production machines

Complete set-up sheets

Identification of irregularities and recommend process improvements

Record production results

Replace worn tools

Support production operations to meet scheduled client commitments Conduct final inspections in support of manufacturing with high quality and efficiency, meeting all production deadlines

Regularly maintain production and escalate any issues for resolution

Accurately complete all required record sheets

Maintain compliance with Praxis’ Quality Management System

Responsible for ensuring equipment is clean and orderly

Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines and applying best practices for on-the-job safety in a production environment

Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes while maintaining an orderly production facility

Maintain a neat and orderly production facility

What You Must Bring to This Role

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience

Machine trade or technical school certification

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including maintenance instructions, procedures, and manuals

Demonstrated success working with technical/mechanical devices

Proven ability to operate with computers, microscopes, and other tools

Experience in production operations, safety, and security protocols

A history of excellence in communication and active listening

Proven success working independently and in a team environment

Demonstrated comfort with basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and rounding

Demonstrated comfort with both verbal and written communication

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build personal and team-based relationships with all levels of associates -

Comfort with basic computer applications and data entry

Proven ability to calmly transition between multiple and changing priorities

Ability to work production shift schedule

Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing environment

Ability to use a forklift with proper safety protocol

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

Work is performed in a Production environment

May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to stand or sit for a prolonged period of time

Visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with leadership & clients

Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment

Low exposure to physical risk

Praxis is an equal opportunity employer.