Job Title:5-Axis CNC Operator
Department:Production
Reports to:Director of Manufacturing
Classification:Non-Exempt
Location: South Beloit, IL
Shift:1st
The 5-Axis CNC Operator willbe responsible forproducing premium quality, high precision carbide, carbide-tipped,and HSS cutting tools using 5-Axis CNC tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates andoperatesCNC machines by programming, setting up the CNC machine,operatingthe CNC machine, inspecting tools for visible flaws,and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Duties/Responsibilities:
Responsible for the setup and offsets asrequired
Ability to accurately read blueprints.
Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.
Responsible foraccurateprogramming and machine operation.
Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.
Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Manager.
Pull material for up-coming jobs
Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.
Other dutiesassigned
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but notrequired
Awell-roundedknowledge of cutting tools.
Previousmanufacturing experience is preferred but notrequired
Previous5-Axis CNC Setup / Operator experience is preferred
Programming experience is preferred but notrequired
Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong math skillsrequiredto performday to dayoperations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in afast pacedmanufacturing environment.
Physical Requirements:
Lightwork that includes bending into the machine, light lifting up to 20poundsand some repetitive motions.
Prolonged periods of standing at a machine.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discriminationon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.