CNC Industrial Machine Operator

CNC Industrial Machine Operator

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CNC Industrial Machine Operator

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

TechOps

10-Jun-2026

Ref #: 32921

Starting Pay: $39.77 per hour

How you''ll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

• Completely and independently sets up and operates Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) and Conventional equipment to perform complex or precision operations in accordance with repair requirements.
• Sets or loads program (when available) to program zero-point reference.
• Sets tool compensation offsets, edit program (drilling depth and movement), set safety and tool monitors, adjust tools to parts specifications.
• Saves program to computer when necessary.
• Ensures operation of machinery. This includes completing preventive maintenance on the machine, programs PRIMS.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Must be proactive towards learning/ SOJT training process.
• Must work in compliance with maintenance manuals.
• Must be proficient in basic computer skills.
• Provides maintenance information to others by answering questions.
• Prepares maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing requirements to complete the job.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Demonstrates ability to setup a machine and run the job with minimal supervision.
• Possesses basic math and computing knowledge, to include word processing, and email
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Is safety conscious and looks for opportunities to improve safety.
• Contributes to team effort by assisting and accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values - Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership - every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:

• Competitive salary, industry-leading prot sharing program, and performance incentives.
• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%.
• New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 - March 31).
• In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period.
• 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave.
• Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health benets including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benets.
• Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages.
• Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health.
• Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members.
• Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals.
• World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
• Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies.
• Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together.
• Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Must have minimum of four years verifiable experience as an industrial CNC machine operator and possess the following: a CNC operator certificate, or 2-year degree in - manufacturing technology, or PLC Programming, or Industrial Systems Technology, or Machine Tool Technology required
• Must be proficient in reading and comprehending mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Must have good mechanical ability with above average problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a variety of environments.
• Is able to select fixtures, part holding and tooling to machine to specifications.
• Can confirm conformance of finished work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and gages.
• Can identify workmanship defects and deficiencies and can initiate program changes as required.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and provide outstanding customer service. Must work in a safe manner.
• Must be able to comprehend and apply information contained in detailed and complex technical manuals, procedural manuals, blueprints, etc. with no assistance.
• Must have the ability to work without close supervisory direction and to complete the job without assignment of tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Position will require overtime, weekend and holidays as needed.
• Must meet the physical requirements which include the ability to lift at least 70 pounds.
• Internal candidates must be performing satisfactorily in present position.
• Will have a minimum 24-month residency.
• Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• CNC Technology diploma
• Thermal Spray experience (High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF), Plasma and Cold Spray)
• ABB robotic programming experience
• Thermal Spray machining experience
• Able to operate thermal spray equipment (HVOF, plasma, flame, wire arc) coating process equipment.
• Understand various thermal spray tasks like masking, grit blasting, coatings, measuring and unmasking.
• Able to read, understand, interpret drawings, technical instructions to specific tasks.

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