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CNC Operator - 1st Shift

Watertown, SD 57201

Job Category: Manufacturing Job ID: 53679127 Pay Rate: $18-20 / hour Jobs Office: Alexandria

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Operator
Location: Watertown, SD
Compensation: $18.00-$20.00 per hour – paid weekly
Schedule: 1st Shift | 3:30am-2:00pm | Monday – Thursday
Job Type: Temp-to-hire
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring CNC Operators for a leading manufacturing company located in Watertown, SD. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and want reliable hours with weekly pay, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information!
What You’ll Do as a CNC Operator:
  • Measure dimensions of finished workpiece to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures
  • Listen to machines during operation in order to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration, and notify appropriate personnel
  • Stop machines to remove finished workpieces, or change the tolling setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machine practices
  • Lift workpieces to machines manually, or with hoists or cranes
  • Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation
  • Maintain all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures for the work area
What You Need to Bring to the CNC Operator Role:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Proven experience working with CNC machines
  • Knowledge of appropriate procedures for using specific equipment or machines to meet defined quality and quantity standards
  • Ability to continuously lift up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions and procedures
  • Must be quality-oriented and demonstrate the ability to produce results that meet or exceed set standards
  • Customer-focused attitude and ability to build and maintain customer satisfaction

Why You’ll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Apply?
Click “Apply Now” to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the CNC Operator job, please contact our Alexandria jobs office directly at 320-763-3121.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.
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