Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Category: Skilled Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 04/23/2026
Position Summary
As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for manufacturing components by operating and performing basic setups and operation of CNC lathes and milling machines. The ideal candidate will have a background in Aerospace & Defense or Medical industries and a strong commitment to producing precision components that meet strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for manufacturing components by operating and performing basic setups and operation of CNC lathes and milling machines. The ideal candidate will have a background in Aerospace & Defense or Medical industries and a strong commitment to producing precision components that meet strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor CNC lathes and milling machines
- Read and interpret detailed blueprints, and technical drawings to ensure accurate manufacturing.
- Perform precision measurements with calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines to verify part dimensions.
- Follow company safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience operating CNC machinery between 1-2 different companies. Aerospace shop experience highly preferred
- Experience loading parts and running production with occasional edits/offsets
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines accurately.
- Mechanical aptitude
- Basic math skills for precise measurements.
- Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to troubleshooting machine issues promptly, ability to work in a team and learn, approachable attitude
Schedule and Pay
- This is a full-time direct hire opportunity (permanent placement with the employer)
- Schedule: Days – open to potentially going to night shift
- Pay rate: $20.00-$33.00 per hour (based on experience)
- Application window: Open until filled
Additional Information
- Must be able to lift weights up to 50 lbs.
- Able to work for extended periods of time standing, bending, and stooping
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.