[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Sandvik jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Sandvik · Surprise, AZ # CNC Operator USA, AZ, Surprise Operations Listed on Sandvik’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Sandvik’s careers site →](https://sandvik.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/sandvik-jobs/job/USA-AZ-Surprise/CNC-Operator_R0093205-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Sandvik](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/) / CNC Operator ## Job description ### Job Title CNC Operator Department: CNC Reports to: Production Supervisor Classification: Non-Exempt Location: Surprise, AZ Shift: 1st and 2nd shift Job Summary: The CNC Operator will be responsible for producing premium quality, high precision carbide cutting tools using specific tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates and operates CNC machines by programming, setup, operating the CNC machine, inspecting tools for visible flaws, and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product. ### Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for the setup and offsets as required. Ability to accurately read blueprints. Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools. Responsible for accurate programming and machine operation. Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools. Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Managers. Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality. Other duties assigned. ### Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 1-2 years of CNC Operator experience is preferred. Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal, but not required. A well-rounded knowledge of cutters, inserts, and feeds/speeds is preferred but not required. Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. Strong math skills required to perform day-to-day operations, including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction. Programming experience is preferred but not required. ### Required Skills/Abilities Develops skills to perform basic, repetitive, and manual activities in the job. Understands own tasks and how they relate to others in the team. Uses existing procedures to perform straightforward tasks; has limited opportunity to solve problems. Requires basic communication skills and common courtesy. Use assigned methods, tools, and processes. Support the sharing of best practices. ### Physical Requirements Lightwork that includes bending into the machine, light lifting up to 20 pounds, and some repetitive motions. Prolonged periods of standing at a machine. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: USA, AZ, Surprise[Apply on Sandvik’s careers site →](https://sandvik.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/sandvik-jobs/job/USA-AZ-Surprise/CNC-Operator_R0093205-1) ## More jobs at Sandvik ### [5-Axis CNC Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/6f4cde87d9246d2ecd23/) USA, AZ, Surprise ### [OD Grinder](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/13a9e37d428cfad3c6d3/) USA, AZ, Surprise ### [Quality Control Inspector](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/49c352c57ba16e07d848/) USA, AZ, Surprise ### [Quoting Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/2a467c84c80f7cfd7eb0/) USA, AZ, Surprise ### [Shipping & Receiving Clerk](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandvik/jobs/15035893c9ad1825031c/) USA, AZ, Surprise ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [CNC Machinery Operator - 2nd shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/b7ae30a5a545dd79532e/) Eaton · Syracuse, New York, USA ### [CNC Machinery Operator - 3rd shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/5932a00327b151776b46/) Eaton · Syracuse, New York, USA ### [cnc machine operator IV](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/60b2370518423a0beb60/) BAE Systems · Aiken, South Carolina, United States ### [CNC Machine Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/comfort-systems-usa/jobs/ffe44d6c84d5dc1d8c8f/) Comfort Systems USA · Chandler, AZ ### [2nd Shift CNC Set-up Operator (RussellStoll)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/78f2984b310a26ebd6ac/) ABB · Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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