Full-Time
CNC Operator
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Challenge Manufacturing
1,001-5,000 employees
Automotive parts manufacturing and assembly services
Junior, Mid
Holland, MI, USA
Position located at our Plant in Holland, MI.
- Operate computer numerically controlled machine (e.g., make, add, edit, N/C programs).
- Test run programs prior to actual cutting operation to ensure programming is correct, as required.
- Determine adjustment for cutting requirements to material being cut, as required.
- Maintain/check file system for availability of resources prior to operation of machine.
- Clean/deburr production parts (e.g., remove residue, burrs, sharp edges) prior to release from department, as required.
- Resolve problems and determine parts to be cut working through inter organization coordination (e.g., planning, engineering, production, tooling), as required.
- Uses precision measuring equipment to ensure part meets specifications. Inspects and measures parts, as required, to maintain quality records.
- Attention to detail; maintains accurate counts of parts; attaches labels or tags to finished part containers identifying customer, part number, quantity, and shop order information.
- Utilizes the data collection system to accurately record production activities including time spent, quantity produced and any rejected parts.
- Communicates with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate job activities.
- Follows all safety procedures and wears safety equipment or apparel as required.
- Performs all job functions to meet acceptable quality and performance standards.
- Ensures daily that the work area is clean and orderly including machine, tooling, and workstation.
- Perform all daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as required.
- Operate computer numerically controlled machine (e.g., make, add, edit, N/C programs).
- Test run programs prior to actual cutting operation to ensure programming is correct, as required.
- Determine adjustment for cutting requirements to material being cut, as required.
- Maintain/check file system for availability of resources prior to operation of machine.
- Clean/deburr production parts (e.g., remove residue, burrs, sharp edges) prior to release from department, as required.
- Resolve problems and determine parts to be cut working through inter organization coordination (e.g., planning, engineering, production, tooling), as required.
- Accountable for producing quality parts and meeting efficiencies within the department.
- Uses precision measuring equipment to ensure part meets specifications. Inspects and measures parts, as required, to maintain quality records.
- Attention to detail; maintains accurate counts of parts; attaches labels or tags to finished part containers identifying customer, part number, quantity, and shop order information.
- Utilizes the data collection system to accurately record production activities including time spent, quantity produced and any rejected parts.
- Communicates with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate job activities.
- Follows all safety procedures and wears safety equipment or apparel as required.
- Performs all job functions to meet acceptable quality and performance standards.
- Ensures daily that the work area is clean and orderly including machine, tooling, and workstation.
- Perform all daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as required.
Challenge Manufacturing specializes in high-speed progressive stamping and high-tonnage transfer processes for the automotive industry. The company provides automated assembly and various welding techniques, ensuring precise and efficient production of automotive components. It primarily serves Tier 1 automotive manufacturers, entering contracts to supply essential parts and assemblies. What sets Challenge Manufacturing apart from competitors is its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which allows employees to own shares in the company, fostering a collaborative culture and aligning employee interests with the company's success. The goal of Challenge Manufacturing is to be the leading global supplier of automotive structures while delivering value to its employee-owners, guided by core values of Safety, Ownership, and Teamwork.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$100M
Headquarters
Walker, Michigan
Founded
1981
6 month growth
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↑ 0%2 year growth
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The senior term loan facility from WhiteHawk Capital Partners provides financial stability and potential for further growth and expansion.
- Employee ownership through the ESOP can lead to higher job satisfaction and retention, fostering a more dedicated workforce.
- The company's established reputation and long-standing relationships with Tier 1 automotive manufacturers ensure a steady stream of revenue and business opportunities.
What critics are saying
- The highly competitive nature of the automotive industry requires continuous innovation and efficiency to maintain market position.
- Dependence on the automotive sector makes the company vulnerable to industry-specific downturns and economic fluctuations.
What makes Challenge Manufacturing unique
- Challenge Manufacturing's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) fosters a unique collaborative culture, aligning employee interests with the company's financial success, unlike many competitors.
- The company's specialization in high-speed progressive stamping and high-tonnage transfer processes sets it apart in the precision-driven automotive market.
- With a global footprint and approximately 1,500 industrial robots, Challenge Manufacturing demonstrates a significant commitment to automation and efficiency.
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