CNC Setup Operator I, 1st Shift

As a CNC Setup Operator I at Relativity Space, you'll be responsible for setting up CNC machinery, operating mills and lathes, and ensuring production schedules are met. Your role encompasses selecting and monitoring tools and fixtures to maintain quality standards for all produced components.

The ideal candidate for the CNC Setup Operator I position at Relativity Space should have at least 2 years of experience setting up and operating CNC mills or lathes. Familiarity with engineering drawings and GD&T principles, as well as experience with multi-axis CNC machines, is crucial to excel in this role.

While direct programming experience is a nice-to-have for the CNC Setup Operator I position at Relativity Space, it’s not required. The company values a mindset of learning, so you’ll have the opportunity to develop programming skills on the job.

The work environment for a CNC Setup Operator I at Relativity Space emphasizes collaboration and innovation within a high-energy machine shop. You will work with a team committed to pioneering advanced manufacturing methods in an exciting aerospace technology setting.

At Relativity Space, CNC Setup Operators are encouraged to adopt a mindset of continual learning, supporting both personal and professional development. You can grow your skills in programming and machining, which may lead to advanced roles in aerospace manufacturing.

When addressing this question, highlight specific examples of machines you've worked with, any complexities in the setups, and how you ensured precision in your work. Discuss relevant projects that showcase your expertise.

Always emphasize the importance of following safety protocols, conducting pre-operations checks, and maintaining a tidy workspace. Describe any specific safety training you've undergone and how it applies to your daily operations.

Discuss the principles of GD&T and how they impact the interpretation of engineering drawings. You may want to provide examples of how you've successfully applied GD&T in past projects to ensure quality and accuracy.

Share a specific example that illustrates your ability to analyze workflows and suggest enhancements, explaining how your insight led to increased efficiency or reduced production times.

Mention your commitment to rigorous quality control, including regular inspections, adherence to tolerances, and collaboration with team members. Provide examples of metrics you track to uphold quality standards.

Express your enthusiasm for advancing your skills. Share past experiences where you had to learn quickly, how you approached unfamiliar programming languages or machines, and your learning process.

List the specific types of CNC machines you've worked with, detailing the complexity of the tasks you performed. Include any particular achievements related to efficiency and quality in your past experiences.

Describe your problem-solving approach, emphasizing analytical thinking, team communication, and reference to best practices. Give a specific instance where you overcame a machining challenge.

Discuss your passion for aerospace technology and innovation. Mention your alignment with the company's vision and how you hope to contribute to their mission, emphasizing your enthusiasm for new challenges.

Use a specific example that showcases your collaborative efforts within a team. Focus on the role you played and how effective communication and shared goals led to the team’s success.