Assistant CNC Operator - Entry Level

Putsch & Company, Inc.
352 Cane Creek Road, Fletcher, NC 28732
Work Location: On-site

Start building your career in CNC machining and precision manufacturing.

Putsch & Company, Inc. is hiring a dependable, detail-oriented Assistant CNC Operator to support our manufacturing team in Fletcher, NC. You’ll work alongside experienced CNC operators, help produce precision parts, and develop practical machining skills.

Previous manufacturing or machine shop experience is preferred, but not required. Mechanical aptitude, reliable attendance, and a willingness to learn are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Assist experienced CNC operators with machine setup and operation.
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts.
• Monitor machines and promptly report irregularities or quality concerns.
• Inspect parts for quality and dimensional accuracy using measuring instruments.
• Deburr, clean, and package finished parts according to specifications.
• Assist with material preparation and tool setup.
• Complete routine equipment cleaning and assigned maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Follow safety procedures and keep your work area clean and organized.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning CNC machining.
• Ability to use hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to read a tape measure and basic engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and the ability to work effectively with a team.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing, production, or machine shop experience.
• Familiarity with CNC machines or similar equipment.
• Experience reading blueprints or technical drawings.
• Experience using precision measurement tools.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position involves standing and walking for extended periods; bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive movements; and frequently lifting, carrying, or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

You’ll work in a manufacturing and machine shop environment around moving equipment, machine noise, metal chips, and cutting fluids. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.

Why Join Putsch & Company?

Build hands-on technical skills while working alongside experienced manufacturing professionals. We value safety, quality, teamwork, and continued learning, with opportunities to grow within our manufacturing team.

Apply today to start your career in CNC machining.

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