CNC Fabrication Technician – Turret Punch Operations in Newport News, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC
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Job Description
CNC Fabrication Technician – Turret Punch Operations
Location: Newport News, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire
Shift Availability: 1st and 3rd Shift (schedule flexibility required based on production needs)
Compensation: Starting at $18.00/hour (pay based on experience and technical skill level)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Fabrication Technician to support sheet metal manufacturing operations involving turret punch and punch/laser combination equipment. This position is responsible for machine setup, tooling configuration, program operation, and quality verification while maintaining production efficiency in a fast-paced fabrication environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong blueprint reading skills, knowledge of sheet metal materials, and experience troubleshooting CNC punching operations.
Essential Responsibilities- Set up and operate CNC turret punch equipment for sheet metal fabrication projects
- Load machine programs and prepare raw materials for production runs
- Install and align punches, dies, and forming tools according to production specifications
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions to ensure dimensional accuracy
- Optimize punch patterns and material layouts to improve efficiency and reduce material waste
- Monitor machine performance and identify issues related to tooling wear, material feeding, or machine operation
- Perform in-process quality inspections using precision measuring instruments such as calipers
- Make machine or tooling adjustments as necessary to maintain product quality and workflow consistency
- Maintain accurate production, setup, and inspection documentation
- Coordinate with fabrication, engineering, and production teams to support scheduling and throughput goals
- Organize workload and prioritize tasks to maintain steady production output
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC turret punch equipment
- Strong blueprint and technical drawing interpretation skills
- Experience working with galvanized steel, aluminum, and stainless steel materials
- Proficiency using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
- Solid understanding of shop math, including geometry and trigonometry
- Ability to estimate production timelines and manage workload efficiently
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and squatting for extended periods
- Comfortable working in varying industrial temperature conditions
- Experience editing G-code programs
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software platforms
- Forklift operation experience
- Exposure to project coordination or manufacturing support functions
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