QPS Employment Group

Position Title: CNC Machine Op/Welder

Wage: $26.00-$27.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 7:00am-4:00pm (Mon-Fri)

QPS Employment Group has a great CNC Machine Op/Welder position available at a company in Troy, MO. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

CNC Machine Op/Welder Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines, including mills, lathes, horizontal mills, vertical mills, surface grinders, and related equipment.

• Machine, cut, bore, thread, turn, and fabricate parts from raw material according to customer specifications, work orders, blueprints, process sheets, and samples.

• Review drawings, process sheets, measurements, materials, tolerances, and job-specific instructions before beginning work.

• Plan, lay out, and perform machining operations, including difficult setups and specialized machining methods.

• Select proper cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and fixturing methods for the material and workpiece.

• Set up parts using vices, magnets, angle plates, and other approved fixturing methods.

• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, scales, radius gauges, and other inspection tools to verify part accuracy.

• Maintain quality standards, complete accurate records, and communicate production or quality concerns promptly.

• Perform TIG/MIG welding or assist with welding-related work when qualified and assigned.

• Deburr parts, clear chips, clean holes, and maintain clean, organized work areas.

• Use proper lifting tools and techniques, including hoists, scissor lifts, magnets, chain hoists, and eye bolts when handling material.

• Maintain equipment, tools, and supplies in good working condition and report concerns when repair or maintenance is needed.

• Participate in required safety training and follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.

• Mentor or assist less-experienced employees as needed.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production and company operations.

CNC Machine Op/Welder Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Machining certificate, technical training, associate degree, or related hands-on experience preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of related machining, machine operation, or machine shop experience preferred; 3-5 years of experience is a plus.

• Experience setting up mills and lathes without close supervision preferred.

• CNC programming, CNC lathe, CNC mill, and/or manual machining experience preferred.

• Prior welding experience required or strongly preferred; TIG welding experience is a plus.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, process sheets, work orders, and job-specific instructions.

• Ability to use precision measuring tools accurately.

• Knowledge of machining equipment, cutting tools, speeds, feeds, fixturing, and material setup methods.

• Strong math skills, time management skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.

• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license preferred.

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethics are required.

• Must be willing to supply basic tools needed to perform the job, if required.

• Safety-minded and aware of hazards around machinery, moving equipment, and metal materials.

• Able to work independently while supporting overall shop production.

• Accurate, organized, and attentive to quality.

• Mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn and improve.

• Reliable, dependable, and able to work as part of a small team.

• Willing to help newer employees learn safe and proper work methods.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a machine and fabrication shop environment.

• Ability to lift, move, and position materials up to 50 lbs. using proper equipment and techniques.

• Ability to safely work around machinery, sharp materials, moving equipment, noise, dust, grease, oil, and metal fabrication processes.

• Must follow PPE, housekeeping, and safety requirements at all times.

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QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

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