CNC Machine Operator III (2nd Shift) - Up To $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Location

Trevose, PA

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on September 8, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Klein Tools is seeking a CNC Machine Operator III to produce machined parts by setting up and running complex jobs on CNC machines. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork while offering a competitive sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Operate drill presses, manual milling machines, CNC milling machines, manual lathes and CNC lathes.
  • Perform complex set-up of CNC machines by loading programs and adjusting tools.
  • Make adjustments to the program as needed.
  • Load and unload raw materials and parts into the machine.
  • Verify settings by measuring positions and inspecting first-run parts.
  • Inspect and measure finished products using precision measuring tools.
  • Compare finished products to drawing specifications for quality standards.
  • Maintain specifications by observing machining processes and making adjustments.
  • Document and communicate actions and irregularities for work continuity.
  • Keep work area clean and orderly, complying with 5S standards.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following safety procedures and regulations.
  • Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Five (5) years of experience operating and programming CNC Mills or Lathes is required.
  • Seven (7) years of experience is preferred.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English.
  • Proficiency in basic math and trigonometry.
  • Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to read and understand part and tool prints.
  • Ability to use precision measuring tools and hold close tolerances.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional Information

  • Position located in Trevose, PA.
  • 2nd shift hours of operation are from 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM EDT.
  • First few weeks of training will be on the 1st shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM EDT.

Benefits

PTO
401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision

How this job compares in Trevose, PA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Pennsylvania currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$36/hr across 162 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Trevose, PA

Trevose, PA is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Pennsylvania as a whole we're tracking 321 other active welding openings from 197 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Pennsylvania.

Klein Tools currently has 1 other opening live in Pennsylvania, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Pennsylvania at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (12), Department of the Navy - Agency Wide (8), and Phillips Tank & Structure (8). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Pennsylvania, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Philadelphia at $32/hr, Braddock at $31/hr, and Malvern at $30/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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