About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

OVERVIEW:

The Machine Operator I works closely with a small, cross-functional team of Engineers, Assembly Technicians, Fabricators, Designers, and Mechanics to produce high-quality machined components. This role is responsible for safely operating CNC equipment using established programs, loading parts, changing tools, and reading blueprints to meet production requirements.

The Machine Operator I is expected to inspect their own work, document progress, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and motivated to develop machining skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment while meeting quality standards and production deadlines with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS:

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to all of the following:

· Good understanding of CNC mills, tooling, and equipment.

· Load and unload parts, change tools, and monitor machine operation.

· Interface with other departments to accomplish tasks.

· Ability to use computers – general software, MS Excel, etc.

· Follow instructions, work orders, and drawings precisely in an ISO 9001 environment.

· Perform basic part inspection using common measurement tools to verify conformance.

· Operate basic machine shop equipment – bandsaw, lathe, shear, drill press, etc.

· Communicate effectively and professionally with team members, both verbally and in writing.

· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

· Comply with all safety, quality, and compliance policies.

· Support continuous improvement efforts within the manufacturing area.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the ideal candidate must possess, but not limited to, the following:

· Be a team player

· Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

· Reliable attendance and dependable transportation.

· Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.

· Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for most of the workday.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

· 1-3 years of experience operating CNC mills or related manufacturing equipment preferred.

· Ability to read blueprints and drawings; familiarity with GD&T is a plus.

· Experience using basic inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers, height gauges, etc.

· Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools.

· Willingness to learn CNC setups, programming, and machining best practices.

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

· Prior experience with CNC milling machines (vertical and horizontal).

· Exposure to CNC programming; MasterCAM background is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Ability to work hands-on in the manufacturing area supporting builds and troubleshooting.

· Ability to operate standard hand tools, measurement devices, and inspection equipment.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

· Day shift position with a 6:30am start time, Monday-Friday.

· 40-hour work week with paid overtime as required.

· Flexibility to occasionally work weekends to meet fixed production deadlines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Work will primarily be performed in a manufacturing environment.

· Collaboration across operations, quality, and engineering teams is essential.

· Pratt Miller fosters a collaborative, innovative, and results-driven culture where team members contribute to advancing manufacturing performance and operational excellence.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.