CNC Mazak Operator

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc
United States, Iowa, Eldridge
Oct 21, 2025
Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry. Ryerson is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a CNC Mazak Operator , the successful candidate will utilize exisiting CNC programming software to interpret customer supplied drawings. Roles and Responsibilities Write programs at the controller for a variety of parts using Mazatrol and FANUC controllers Reads & interprets engineering drawings Align and secure material on the machine, position pieces to be machined into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools Ability to specify and manage proper tooling for the part/job Knowledge of the appropriate application of selected tooling Detect worn tooling and adjust to ensure tolerances are met Unloading inbound trucks using forklifts and overhead cranes Locating material and verifying grade, size, and quantity by visually inspecting and physically measuring the material Inspects all completed work for conformance to required material specifications All other duties as assigned, or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice Requirements Successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills High School Diploma or GED required Minimum 1-3 years of work experience operating CNC vertical machining centers Working knowledge of FANUC & Mazatrol controllers Working knowledge of G and M codes as related to vertical machining centers Working knowledge of CAD software related to CNC machining Advanced math skills and the ability to calculate feeds and speeds required Knowledge of and ability to use a tape measure, micrometer, and caliper are a must Forklift and/or overhead crane experience Physical ability to pass the physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding and new hire training We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier