CNC Lathe Setup Machinist / Operator

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Lathe Setup Machinist / Operator

Company: Sindri Engineering Services
Schedule: Monday–Friday, typically 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Schedule Flexibility: Later afternoon or evening hours may be considered for the right candidate.

About the Position

Sindri Engineering Services is a small precision machining company seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Setup Machinist / Operator who can independently set up, troubleshoot, and operate CNC turning equipment.

Our lathe work primarily involves machining castings using an Akira-Seiki SL20 2-axis CNC turning center with a 6-inch chuck .

We are looking for a skilled, self-sufficient machinist who can take a job from blueprint and existing program through setup, first-piece inspection, and production.

Independent CNC lathe setup experience is essential. This is not an operator-only position. Candidates must be comfortable performing their own setups rather than relying on another machinist to prepare the machine.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently set up CNC lathes for new and repeat production jobs.
• Select and install appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and workholding.
• Establish and adjust tool offsets and work offsets.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and dimensional tolerances.
• Load, verify, and safely prove out existing CNC programs.
• Perform necessary offsets and routine machine-level program edits.
• Produce, measure, and inspect first-piece parts to verify specifications.
• Operate CNC turning equipment efficiently and maintain consistent part quality.
• Troubleshoot tooling, dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and machining issues.
• Use precision measuring instruments to inspect completed components.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience independently setting up CNC lathes.
• Ability to complete the entire machining process, from blueprint and program review through setup, prove-out, first acceptable part, and production.
• Strong blueprint-reading skills and understanding of machining tolerances.
• Experience selecting tooling, establishing offsets, and making routine adjustments.
• Proficiency using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to identify and resolve common machining and quality issues.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience machining castings.
• Familiarity with Akira-Seiki CNC turning centers or similar 2-axis CNC lathes.
• Experience training or mentoring other employees in CNC lathe operation and setup.
• Knowledge of G-code editing, CNC programming, Mastercam, or other CAM software.
• Ability to document and standardize setups for repeat production.

Why Join Sindri Engineering Services?

Join a small precision machining company where your technical experience and ability to work independently are valued. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of CNC lathe setups, solve machining challenges, and contribute directly to producing high-quality precision components.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume or a brief summary of your machining experience.

To help us evaluate your qualifications, please include:

• CNC machines and controls you have personally set up.
• Number of years of independent CNC lathe setup experience.
• Types of parts and materials you have machined.
• Any experience machining castings.
• CNC programming, G-code editing, Mastercam, or CAM experience.
• Your schedule availability.
• Your desired hourly pay rate.

Important: Applicants must have actual independent CNC lathe setup experience. Experience limited to loading parts and operating machines set up by others does not meet the requirements of this position.