Full-Time

CNC Operator

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Tangent Technologies

Tangent Technologies

51-200 employees

Produces high-performance synthetic materials for construction

Compensation Overview

$20/hr

Montgomery, IL, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (2)
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Required Skills
Quality Assurance (QA)

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Requirements
  • At least 1 year of manufacturing-sector experience is required by the role description.
  • Read and interpret measurements from tape measures, digital calipers, and other measuring instruments.
  • Use hand and power tools, including drills, impact drivers, and pneumatic systems.
  • Adhere to production timelines and meet output targets.
  • Collaborate with a team to achieve production goals and maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Have the physical agility and manual dexterity to operate complex machinery and cutting equipment.
  • Lift and assemble heavy components, occasionally weighing more than 50 pounds.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
  • Operate CNC machines to cut, drill, and shape plastic components.
  • Perform precise cuts on plastic materials using automated and manual saws while minimizing waste.
  • Assume responsibility for activities and output in the designated work area, ensuring efficiency and quality.
  • Perform quality checks with measurement tools to verify dimensional accuracy and surface-finish requirements.
  • Perform machine maintenance, tooling changes, and other assigned duties.
  • Prioritize workplace safety around hot machinery and moving equipment and follow safety and quality guidelines.
  • Report safety hazards and operational inefficiencies to the supervisor.
  • Participate in ongoing training and skill-development programs.
  • Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives.
  • Work a rotating two-week schedule: Week 1 on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday for 48 hours; Week 2 on Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday for 36 hours.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with G-code.
  • At least 1 year of CNC-operation experience in a plastic-manufacturing environment.
  • At least 1 year of saw-operation experience, ideally cutting plastic materials.

Tangent Technologies provides high-performance synthetic materials made through extrusion for residential, commercial, and structural markets. Its products range from backyard furniture and playground components to bridge fendering and marine decking, delivering weather resistance, customization options, and premium aesthetics. The company differentiates itself through a long track record (since 2003) as a pioneer in the field, focusing on material strength, customer experience, and sustainability rather than only features. Its goal is to be the preferred partner for high-performance synthetic materials, delivering value to end customers, ease of doing business, and solutions to global challenges through extrusion-based innovations.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Aurora, Illinois

Founded

2003

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Platinum Equity announced Tangent’s acquisition June 23, 2026, validating strategic value.
  • Sterling Group said Tangent more than tripled under its ownership since 2018.
  • Tangent’s 2025 capacity, new products, and brand launch broaden cross-sell into higher-value markets.

What critics are saying

  • Platinum Equity’s Q3 2026 close invites leverage, integration, and cost-cutting pressure.
  • WPC, pressure-treated wood, and virgin-plastic rivals compress pricing across decking and fencing.
  • Feedstock contamination or resin shortages can break margins; a failed turnaround risks carve-out breakup.

What makes Tangent Technologies unique

  • Since 2003, Tangent has led recycled HDPE lumber for outdoor, marine, and infrastructure.
  • Its Aurora platform is vertically integrated, with post-consumer and post-industrial recycling capabilities.
  • June 5, 2025 high-density sheet expanded applications beyond lumber into CNC-ready sheet products.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

13%
PR Newswire
Jun 23rd, 2026
Platinum Equity to acquire synthetic materials manufacturer Tangent Technologies

Platinum Equity has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Tangent Technologies, a leading manufacturer of high-performance synthetic materials for outdoor living, marine, decking, fencing and infrastructure markets. Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026. Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, Tangent manufactures premium HDPE materials using post-consumer and post-industrial recycled feedstock. The company operates a vertically integrated manufacturing platform with significant recycling capabilities, producing lumber, sheet and structural solutions for various applications. Platinum Equity, which manages approximately $48 billion in assets, plans to leverage its M&A and operational capabilities to support Tangent's growth, including pursuing strategic acquisitions. The firm has completed over 550 acquisitions since its founding in 1995.

Associated Press
May 19th, 2026
Tangent PolySheet CB becomes first PFAS-free food equipment material certified to NSF 537

Tangent Materials has announced that its Tangent PolySheet CB has become the first NSF Standard 51 Food Equipment Material globally certified to NSF 537 for being PFAS-free. The food-grade cutting-board sheet is formulated without per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as "forever chemicals". The product is designed for demanding food-contact environments including cutting boards, food-prep surfaces, processing equipment and commercial kitchen components. It meets rigorous safety requirements whilst maintaining performance and durability. Tangent Materials, founded in 2003, specialises in high-performance synthetic materials. The product will be distributed by Professional Plastics, with nationwide commercial availability expected in summer 2026. CEO Kevin Potthoff said the development reflects the company's commitment to combining material science leadership with consumer safety.

PR Newswire
Jun 5th, 2025
Tangent Launches Latest Innovation: High-Density Sheet

AURORA, Ill., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tangent's latest product innovation, high-density sheet, is the ideal alternative material for extraordinary performance applications. This durable, all-weather HDPE sheet affords versatility of design unparalleled by traditional lumber. Affording product flexibility while eliminating unnecessary scrap, Tangent's high-density sheet gives consumers a quality product and builders a competitive advantage. Tangent's high-density sheet is water and moisture resistant, making life easy. No painting or staining is required, and cleaning requires only soap and water. Available in vibrant and trending colors: Black, White, Green, Gray, and Weathered Wood, these colors go beyond the industry standard with additional UV stabilizers to preserve the rich hues