Lathe Operator

Be part of the work behind the world's most demanding industries. From aerospace to defense and advanced manufacturing, the materials you test will support applications where performance and reliability are critical. In this hands-on role, you'll operate precision equipment, perform advanced mechanical testing, and contribute to a fast-paced environment where quality and accuracy come first. If you're detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and ready to grow your skills, especially in areas like heat treatment and advanced testing, this is a role where your work truly matters.

As a Lathe Operator, you will play a crucial role in our Machine Shop department, performing CNC and manual turning operations on materials provided by our valued customers. From setting up for long and short runs of parts to troubleshooting issues and maintaining equipment, you will be at the heart of our manufacturing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with machining requirements.

This is a 2nd shift role working at the facility in Hatfield, PA. The hours are Monday to Friday from 2:30pm - 11pm.

A Day in the Life of a Lathe Operator:

• Performs CNC and manual Lathe operations, setting up for long and short runs of parts.
• Center drills and rough turn specimens out of odd-shaped configurations.
• Operates multiple machines during a normal workday.
• Follows all applicable and required specifications and procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance to machining requirements.
• Maintains traceability of materials and parts during operations.
• Ensures shop equipment and instruments are functioning properly and in calibration prior to performing any work; Informs appropriate personnel whenever equipment is found to be out of calibration or in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues, taking appropriate corrective action within established guidelines.
• Monitors scheduled completion dates and times to ensure that established schedules are met. Notifies supervisor whenever the schedule might not be met.
• Inputs required data into Shop-Trak software accurately and on a timely basis.
• Assists with maintaining shop equipment; including cleaning equipment, performing preventive maintenance and repair maintenance as required.
• Assists with the disposal of scrap metals turnings from within the department.
• Understands and complies with LTI's QA Program at all times.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations; utilizes personal protective equipment.
• Maintains assigned work area(s) in a clean, organized, and safe condition at all times.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience desired.
• Candidate must have mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Understanding of how to operate shop tools and equipment desired.
• Computer skills required: Enterprise Resource Planning System and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must meet citizenship eligibility required by accrediting bodies.

This position requires use of information or access to processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export laws including but not limited to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In accordance with ITAR, to be qualified to work in this facility, applicants must be a US Person, which is defined as a US National, US Permanent Resident, and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.


LTI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need assistance completing an application, please reach out to Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

*We are not working with agencies and are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Monday through Friday, 2nd shift (2:30pm - 11:00pm)