Lathe Machinist

Machinist

The Machinist will be tasked to safely and efficiently set up and operate a CNC Lathe. Machines include Okuma CNC Lathes, Mazak CNC Lathes. This role requires onsite presence for night shift temporary work. Reports to a supervisor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Produce quality parts on CNC machines (including lathes and milling machines) in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Operate CNC machines, perform setup changes, and conduct first article inspections during production runs.
• Load parts using overhead lifting equipment; prove programs; operate machine controls; set offsets; perform simple program edits; deburr parts; and inspect finished parts to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Identify potential issues before production runs. Start and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls or programs as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and precision measuring instruments to determine dimensions, tolerances, and tooling requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of tooling instructions, including fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV company policies, including Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience as a Lathe Machinist in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check
• Proficient in reading and basic math, and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints
• Strong understanding of machining principles and practices, including CNC programming and setup
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Can demonstrate good work ethic
• Ability to work well with the team
• Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes, preferred
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and practices preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit or stand, bend, and reach.
• Regularly required to operate a computer and other office machinery using finger dexterity for typing and writing.
• Regularly required to communicate, converse with, and exchange information by means of the spoken and written word.
• Regularly required to perform light physical effort to lift or move lightweight materials up to 40 pounds.
• Regularly required to view a computer screen.