Position: CNC Lathe Operator
Shift: 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift 
Pay: Up to $31 HOUR 
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision machining of metals such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum to close tolerances (e.g., .0002").
• Inspection of parts during production using precision measuring instruments.
• Monitoring and maintaining machine fluid levels.
• Reading and interpreting process sheets, blueprints, and part sketches to determine machining requirements, dimensional specifications, setup, and operating procedures.
• Editing pre-written programs under supervision when necessary for process improvements and troubleshooting.
• Mounting workpieces in chuck, faceplate, or fixtures.
• Selecting and installing preset tooling in tool posts, turrets, cutters, and automatic tool change magazine as per the specified sequence on the process sheet.
• Observing numerical control displays on the control panel, comparing with data on process sheets to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts.
• Turning dials and switches to override program and correct machine performance.
• Inspecting the first run piece and spot-checking succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications.
• Studying job packets, organizing materials for the next order during cycles to reduce cycle and setup time.
• Pre-setting tools before positioning them in the lathe.
• Setting up and operating another machine tool during machining cycles.
• Setting up and operating CNC machines using setup sheets and written instructions with minimal supervision.
• Utilizing various inspection instruments to check work per print without supervision.
• Possessing knowledge of various cutting tools and the ability to determine various machine speeds and feeds.
• Performing basic equipment maintenance and owning basic hand tools.
• Cross-training on other plant machinery as required.

Critical Skills:

• Trustworthiness: Earn trust through honesty, integrity, and reliability.
• Adaptable: Maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.
• Approachable: Open-minded, friendly, engaging, understanding, and empathetic; comfortable engaging in challenging conversations.
• Curious: Seek information and knowledge to continually grow and learn, reducing moments of uncertainty and ambiguity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of CNC Lathe experience.
• Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using steady rest.
• Ability to perform machine setup, including installing proper chuck jaws and tooling.
• Basic understanding of equipment and processes in the area of responsibility.
• Ability to read precision measuring equipment.
• Basic blueprint reading skills.
• Basic programming knowledge or experience.
• Basic set-up capabilities.
• Basic tooling knowledge.
• Basic understanding of feeds and speeds.
• Ability to inspect work and meet quality requirements.
• Basic understanding of gearing terminology.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at time.