CNC Operator
Job Description
Hire Type: Contract to hire
Shift:
1st Shift Hours: Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Compensation: $20 an hour
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must Have Skill Set (if applicable):
The CNC Operator is responsible for writing, modifying, and troubleshooting CNC programs to produce precision steel parts while ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficient machine operation.
- Operates assigned CNC machines including Johnford, Rockford, and Voortman
- Read / interpret drawings / part specifications and verify / adjust speeds and feeds for optimum machining
- Make necessary offset changes to be within allowable tolerances
- Change inserts
- Verify conformance of part to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as, scales, calipers, micrometers and fixed gauges; Fill out inspection reports as required
- Clean machined parts to ensure ready for assembly
- HS diploma or equivalent
- CNC multi-axis training and experience preferred
- Minimum 3 to 12 months CNC multi-axis machine operator experience preferred
- Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to read and write legibly and complete production reports with accuracy
- Must be able to read and use tape measure
Meet Your Recruiter
Lea Arvanites
Technical Recruiter
Lea Arvanites is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where she supports the rail division. Since joining Sterling, Lea has gained hands-on experience sourcing candidates, conducting outreach, and learning the full recruiting cycle within a technical staffing environment.
Early in her recruiting career, Lea has quickly adapted to the pace of technical staffing and continues to build confidence through her work with candidates. She is passionate about connecting people with career opportunities that align with their goals, strengths, and long-term potential.
For Lea, the most rewarding part of recruiting is helping candidates find roles where they can grow, contribute, and feel at home. She enjoys being part of that career journey and takes pride in helping create meaningful connections between talented individuals and the right opportunities.