American Eagle Instruments
A Young Company Since 2017
Description
Company Summary:
At Young Innovations, we foster a dynamic environment where team members make an impact every day as part of a collaborative, inclusive culture. Together, we serve the dental profession and their patients, united in our mission of achieving a Lifetime of Oral Health™
We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage bold thinking, challenging traditional approaches with a bias for action. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or grow your career, Young is here to support your goals and continuous learning. At Young, YOU are at the core of what we do.
Position Overview:
The CNC Operator plays a key role in producing custom metal and material components using multiple-spindle, automatic lathe-type screw machines. As a CNC Operator, you will set up, operate, and maintain CNC equipment to ensure accurate and efficient production according to technical specifications. Operators interpret blueprints, determine the required machine settings, and select appropriate cutting speeds, depths, feeds, and tooling for each operation. Decisions are guided by experience, knowledge of materials, and fundamental mathematical principles. This position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and machine performance.
You’ll like this role if:
- You enjoy hands-on technical work with different types of tools and machinery
- You want to build specialized skills, especially as we continue to automate tools
- You like working in a team-oriented environment
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Medium sized company – not too big, not too small – just enough to get things done and see your impact.
- Did we say benefits? Full medical, dental, vision, 401k, parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, and more!
- Ability to autonomously run existing equipment and learn new automated machinery
Who you’ll work with:
- This role reports directly into our Production Supervisor but has partnership with the plant manager, supply chain team, engineering and operators.
What You’ll Do:
- Machine Operation and Technical Skills
- Operate, set up, and maintain multiple complex machines
- Machine nonmetallic and metallic materials
- Load specified stock into feeding mechanisms
- Position and secure tools in holders; verify positions using gauges and measuring instruments
- Replace worn tools as needed
- May set up machines for other employees
- Quality Control and Documentation
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
- Run parts according to engineering specifications
- Inspect first-run and sample workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications
- Use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, plug gauges, and ring gauges
- Complete required in-process inspection reports
- Accurately record production and inspection data
- Safety and Maintenance
- Perform approved preventive maintenance on machinery and work centers
- Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives in production processes
- Follow all written and verbal instructions and guidelines
- Communicate and work effectively with team members to meet production goals and quotas
- Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
- Observe all safety guidelines and report concerns to management.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and equipment
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or G.E.D and one or more years’ related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, proof, type and handle all common clerical functions
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of G-code programming
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, the compensation will be determined based on education/training, skill set, experience, and other organizational needs.
Physical Requirements/Working Locations:
Manufacturing/Distribution Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing plant environment. The role routinely involves working around machinery, equipment, and moving mechanical parts. The facility may be subject to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, and airborne particles such as dust or chemical fumes, depending on the area of the plant. This role may require periods of standing, sitting, or walking throughout the workday. Occasional bending, lifting, or carrying items up to 50 pounds may be necessary.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, control, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk. Hearing abilities required for this environment include being able to clearly hear and respond to audible alarms, production equipment, forklifts, and other machinery to maintain a safe work environment. Individuals must be able to distinguish and understand verbal communication including instructions, safety warnings, and team discussions, sometimes in an environment with moderate to high background noise.
Young Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participating employer.
