CNC Operator
BH-322655
Posted: 13/01/2026
- $28.60/hr
- United States New Jersey Parsippany
- Contract
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Manufacturing
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Power Generation, T&D
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T&D
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Pay Rate: $28.60/hr
Schedule: Mon-Fri 10pm - 6am (3rd shift)
ECM Operator Job Description
• Observe company safety rules and regulations.
• Set-up and operate electro-chemical machines to cut metal work pieces to specifications
following standard charts and manuals and applying knowledge of electro-chemical
machining processes and methods.
• Examine operation sheets of product and plan operation of machine for any ECM operation.
• Dress electrodes according to standard practices and part requirements and identify any
conditions that will render an electrode unusable.
• Position and secure work pieces on electro-chemical machine table with clamps, vices or
holding fixtures. Perform minor adjustments to set-up of electrodes to ensure concentricity,
alignment and depth of electrode to work piece using measuring instruments such as dial
indicators or computer machine controllers.
• Turn controls to adjust machine settings such as voltage, current and electrode feed rate
according to information on charts, operation sheets, data cards and/or knowledge of electro?chemical machine procedures. Turn valves to adjust flow of acid through electrodes and on
work piece.
• Start machine and observe beginning of operation. Make adjustments as necessary within
specifications to ensure operation runs smoothly. Check on machine and electrodes
frequently throughout the operation.
• Inspect work pieces visually and with specified measuring instruments for conformance to
specifications and record measured dimensions.
• Use electronic documenting system to update status of parts as they are moved throughout
the plant and record all necessary quality information including accept/reject criteria and
detailed information regarding any quality defects.
• Move completed work pieces to outgoing area, and from incoming area for next operation.
Check set-up and electrodes at the start of each shift. Check depth of electrodes to work
piece before every operation.
• As required, train and assist other operators with issues or difficulties.
• Maintain tools and measuring instruments supplied by company.
• Maintain company production and quality standards.
• Report unusual problems or conditions to manager.
• Make a strong effort to achieve or exceed expected production output.
• Keep track of how much time is spent on each machine or activity throughout the shift and
record daily through electronic system.
• Display an expert level understanding of all types of operations.
• Perform production, quality and machine troubleshooting on any type of operation or ECM
machine.
• Perform, as assigned, other similar or related duties.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• A background in machine operation, assembly, or equipment maintenance. Must be
comfortable working with tools and following manufacturing work instructions.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work overtime including occasional weekend shifts
Desired Characteristics:
• Shop math skills
• Previous experience using precision measuring tools
• Able to work with computerized shop floor tools and basic understanding of Microsoft Word
and Excel
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Pay Rate: $28.60/hr
Schedule: Mon-Fri 10pm - 6am (3rd shift)
ECM Operator Job Description
• Observe company safety rules and regulations.
• Set-up and operate electro-chemical machines to cut metal work pieces to specifications
following standard charts and manuals and applying knowledge of electro-chemical
machining processes and methods.
• Examine operation sheets of product and plan operation of machine for any ECM operation.
• Dress electrodes according to standard practices and part requirements and identify any
conditions that will render an electrode unusable.
• Position and secure work pieces on electro-chemical machine table with clamps, vices or
holding fixtures. Perform minor adjustments to set-up of electrodes to ensure concentricity,
alignment and depth of electrode to work piece using measuring instruments such as dial
indicators or computer machine controllers.
• Turn controls to adjust machine settings such as voltage, current and electrode feed rate
according to information on charts, operation sheets, data cards and/or knowledge of electro?chemical machine procedures. Turn valves to adjust flow of acid through electrodes and on
work piece.
• Start machine and observe beginning of operation. Make adjustments as necessary within
specifications to ensure operation runs smoothly. Check on machine and electrodes
frequently throughout the operation.
• Inspect work pieces visually and with specified measuring instruments for conformance to
specifications and record measured dimensions.
• Use electronic documenting system to update status of parts as they are moved throughout
the plant and record all necessary quality information including accept/reject criteria and
detailed information regarding any quality defects.
• Move completed work pieces to outgoing area, and from incoming area for next operation.
Check set-up and electrodes at the start of each shift. Check depth of electrodes to work
piece before every operation.
• As required, train and assist other operators with issues or difficulties.
• Maintain tools and measuring instruments supplied by company.
• Maintain company production and quality standards.
• Report unusual problems or conditions to manager.
• Make a strong effort to achieve or exceed expected production output.
• Keep track of how much time is spent on each machine or activity throughout the shift and
record daily through electronic system.
• Display an expert level understanding of all types of operations.
• Perform production, quality and machine troubleshooting on any type of operation or ECM
machine.
• Perform, as assigned, other similar or related duties.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• A background in machine operation, assembly, or equipment maintenance. Must be
comfortable working with tools and following manufacturing work instructions.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work overtime including occasional weekend shifts
Desired Characteristics:
• Shop math skills
• Previous experience using precision measuring tools
• Able to work with computerized shop floor tools and basic understanding of Microsoft Word
and Excel
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.