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INTRODUCTION:
Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., manufactures a wide range of implants for spinal and orthopedic applications as well as design the instrumentation cases that house them. Our passion, combined with Globus’ world-class engineering, transforms clinical insights into tangible musculoskeletal solutions. We are constantly in pursuit of better patient care and understand that speed is critical because life cannot wait.
Position Summary:
The CNC Operator operates assigned machines CNC Swiss machines to produce parts, all of which must meet the dimensional specifications of the mechanical engineered drawing. This effort includes, but is not limited to, conducting basic machine changeovers, accurately completing quality control documentation and inspection sheet. This individual works with other machine operators and management to ensure good manufacturing practices, inspection techniques, SOPs, and safety regulations every day.
Essential Functions:
- Measures, inspects, loads/unloads parts from assigned machine
- Implements dimensional adjustments (offsets) as needed
- Ability to break down and store tooling specific to job
- Ability to make minor program edits for part size
- Conducts basic machine changeovers
- Accurately completes all quality control documentation and inspection sheets
- Inspects product in accordance to all verbal and/or written instructions such as part drawings, traveler, work instructions, and process specifications
- Embraces good manufacturing practices and inspection techniques each day; following all SOPs and safety regulations
- Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
- Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
- Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
- Able to perform visual inspection with the use of a microscope on small parts; strong attention to detail
- Intermediate math skills in geometric and trigonometric formulas a plus
- Self-starter with the ability to work with little or no supervision; well organized and possesses the ability to multi-task
- Team player, open to new ideas and team work, self-motivated individual, willingness to continually strive to increase personal knowledge and value
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Advanced critical thinking and problems-solving skills
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Required to possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
- Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate about our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
- Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
- Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
- Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
INTRODUCTION:
Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., manufactures a wide range of implants for spinal and orthopedic applications as well as design the instrumentation cases that house them. Our passion, combined with Globus’ world-class engineering, transforms clinical insights into tangible musculoskeletal solutions. We are constantly in pursuit of better patient care and understand that speed is critical because life cannot wait.
Position Summary:
The CNC Operator operates assigned machines CNC Swiss machines to produce parts, all of which must meet the dimensional specifications of the mechanical engineered drawing. This effort includes, but is not limited to, conducting basic machine changeovers, accurately completing quality control documentation and inspection sheet. This individual works with other machine operators and management to ensure good manufacturing practices, inspection techniques, SOPs, and safety regulations every day.
Essential Functions:
- Measures, inspects, loads/unloads parts from assigned machine
- Implements dimensional adjustments (offsets) as needed
- Ability to break down and store tooling specific to job
- Ability to make minor program edits for part size
- Conducts basic machine changeovers
- Accurately completes all quality control documentation and inspection sheets
- Inspects product in accordance to all verbal and/or written instructions such as part drawings, traveler, work instructions, and process specifications
- Embraces good manufacturing practices and inspection techniques each day; following all SOPs and safety regulations
- Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
- Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
- Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
- Able to perform visual inspection with the use of a microscope on small parts; strong attention to detail
- Intermediate math skills in geometric and trigonometric formulas a plus
- Self-starter with the ability to work with little or no supervision; well organized and possesses the ability to multi-task
- Team player, open to new ideas and team work, self-motivated individual, willingness to continually strive to increase personal knowledge and value
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Advanced critical thinking and problems-solving skills
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Required to possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
- Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate about our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
- Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
- Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
- Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot34
- Laborup24
- ARCH Medical Solutions17
- Globus Medical14
- Regal Rexnord Corporation12
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing161
- Medical Devices70
- Staffing & Recruiting58
- Automotive34
- Consulting & Professional Services29
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CNC operator jobs.
- Proficiency operating CNC mills, lathes, or machining centers using Fanuc or Haas controls
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T symbols
- Experience measuring finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training preferred
- Knowledge of speeds, feeds, tooling selection, and basic G-code
- NIMS certification or equivalent machining credential is a plus for many employers
Tips for Your CNC Operator Job Search
List every machine and control you've run
Employers filter resumes by specific equipment. Name the exact CNC controls you've operated, such as Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, or Okuma, and list the machine types alongside them. Vague terms like 'various CNC machinery' get screened out before a human reads your resume.
Quantify your tolerances and output rates
Hiring managers want to know how tight you can hold tolerances and how reliably you hit production targets. Include specific tolerance ranges you routinely achieve and any measurable reductions in scrap or downtime you contributed to in past roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cnc operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your setup experience
Setup and programming experience commands different attention than run-only operator roles. Read each posting carefully for phrases like 'setup required' or 'G-code editing' and only apply when your background genuinely matches, so your application lands with relevant context.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many manufacturers ask finalists to run a part or interpret a blueprint on-site before extending an offer. Review GD&T symbols and practice reading engineering drawings beforehand so you're not caught off guard when the hiring manager walks you to the shop floor.
Negotiate shift differential and overtime terms
CNC roles frequently involve second or third shifts with overtime built into the schedule. Before accepting an offer, confirm which shift you're assigned, what the differential rate is, and whether overtime is mandatory, so you can compare total compensation accurately across competing offers.
CNC Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cnc operators?
The companies hiring the most cnc operators right now include Jobot, Laborup, and ARCH Medical Solutions, with the largest share of openings in California, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturers consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many cnc operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of cnc operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most machining roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are CNC programming, CAM software development, and quality engineering support rather than floor operator positions.
How do you become a cnc operator?
Most cnc operators start by completing a vocational program or community college certificate in machining or manufacturing technology, which covers blueprint reading, metrology, and basic G-code. From there, entry-level operator roles provide hands-on machine time under supervision. Earning a NIMS machining credential strengthens your candidacy and signals verified competency to employers across industries.
Can you get hired as a cnc operator with little or no experience?
Yes, many manufacturers hire candidates with no direct CNC experience if they demonstrate mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn on second or third shift. Completing even a short vocational course, showing familiarity with basic measuring tools, and being available for less desirable shifts are the most reliable ways to land a first operator role.
What does the cnc operator interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen covering your machine experience and shift availability, followed by an in-person interview with a production supervisor or plant manager. Many facilities then conduct a shop floor walkthrough and a practical assessment where you read a drawing, identify tooling, or run a simple part before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to cnc operator jobs?
You can find and apply to cnc operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your machine experience, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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