CNC Lathe Operator

Cnc Lathe Operator

Are you looking to make a career change to an exciting company? This exciting opportunity as a CNC Lathe Operator offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this role could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret work orders, engineering drawings, blueprints, material specifications, reference points, and machining requirements to plan and execute precision machining operations, including GD&T interpretation.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC machining centers and CNC lathes, including experience with Mori-Seiki Y-axis machines (preferred).
• Develop, write, and modify CNC lathe programs based on technical drawings and specifications; familiarity with CAPS (Mori) and machine programming is a plus.
• Perform machine setup, establish tool offsets, and support fixture design to optimize machining efficiency and accuracy.
• Manufacture precision components while maintaining tight tolerances of +/-.0005 to meet quality standards.
• Verify machine settings and first-piece accuracy through detailed measurements and inspections, ensuring compliance with ASTM standards.
• Edit and troubleshoot existing CNC programs to improve machining performance and production efficiency.
• Transfer and input CNC programs from PC systems into machine controls.
• Monitor tooling performance during operations, identifying wear or breakage and making necessary adjustments to maintain quality output.
• Follow workplace safety procedures, operational guidelines, and manufacturing best practices to ensure a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with live tooling is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in reading and using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Ability to sharpen and maintain cutting tools is a plus.
• Strong technical aptitude with excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to precision and quality.
• Ability to safely lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Hire

Salary: $30/hr