Lathe Machinist

Job Overview We are hiring a CNC Machinist to create prototype machined parts on CNC Milling and Lathe machines. Responsibilities include creating computer programs for CNC machines using Mastercam, setting up jobs, and ensuring all parts meet tight manufacturing requirements. Shift Monday - Friday What you will do Responsible for setting up CNC milling or CNC lathe machines and running jobs on CNC milling and CNC lathe machines ensuring all parts meet tight manufacturing requirements. Prepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction. Responsible for quick turnaround of parts and accuracy within established guidelines. Maintain organization of jobs and material inventory. Perform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or lathe machines and general shop equipment. Must have a basic understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part. Perform thorough part inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to part quality requirements. Ensure jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on‑time delivery. Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department. Follow all processes and procedures during the shift, and escalates problem areas to shift team lead/supervisor as appropriate. Support daily production by identifying solutions for chronic issues and problems that cannot be resolved by production associates. Responsible for maintaining a neat and organized production area consistent with Protolabs housekeeping standards. Responsible for working in a safe manner consistent with Protolabs policies. Self‑starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment. Responsible for ensuring completion of operator PMs during shift. Perform other related duties as assigned. What it takes High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience as a CNC Milling or CNC lathe machine operator preferred, doing setup and some understanding of programming. Knowledge of machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education. Familiarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks, Mastercam, and CAD/CAM. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges. Ability to interpret and explain written and statistical data. Strong attention to detail and communication skills. Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner. Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills. Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost‑sensitive. Commitment to continuous learning. Commitment to customer or employee service. What’s in it for you We offer a competitive salary. In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to: Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan. Flexible Spending Accounts. Health Savings Account (including employer contributions). Dental and Vision. Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance. Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability. Paid caregiver leave. You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate. Matching grants through Protolabs Foundation. And more. Salary $30.38 - $37.50 an hour. Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package; compensation mix may vary based on position, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications. Eligibility Proto Labs maintains ITAR‑compliant operations in all of our United States‑based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g., E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, TN, or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role. Equal Opportunity Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Physical Demands While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Work Environment Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. #J-18808-Ljbffr