CNC Lathe Operator

CNC Lathe Operator

United Rolls Incorporated is a global leader in spun cast roll manufacturing, supporting hot strip, cold strip, plate, and roughing mill applications. From melting and casting to heat treating and final machining, our team produces high-performance rolls including high chrome iron, high speed steel, and roughing mill rolls used by leading steel producers around the world.

All of our products are manufactured at our facility in Canton, Ohio. We take pride in producing high-quality, American-made components that perform in demanding industrial environments.

We also believe in taking care of our people. United Rolls covers 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision premiums, offers affordable family coverage options, pays employees twice monthly, and provides company-sponsored life insurance, competitive paid time off, and a 401(k) with company contribution.

Position Summary

A CNC Lathe Operator sets up, operates, and monitors computer-controlled lathes to machine precision parts based on blueprints. Key duties include loading raw materials, tooling the machine, setting offsets, running production cycles, inspecting finished parts using measuring tools (calipers/micrometers) and performing minor routine maintenance.

Core Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Safely operate CNC lathes to perform tasks such as turning, boring, threading, and facing.
• Setup: Perform machine setups, including loading programs, setting tools, tool touchoffs, and changing jaws or collets.
• Quality Inspection: Measure parts using precision tools (micrometers, calipers) to ensure compliance with blueprint tolerances.
• Adjustments: Monitor machine output and adjust tool offsets, speeds, and feeds to correct for wear or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Maintenance & Cleanliness: Perform daily maintenance (lubrication, coolant checks) and keep the machine and work area clean.
• Safety Adherence: Wear required PPE (safety glasses, steel-toed boots) and follow all safety protocols.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, and orthographic drawings.
• Takes inventory by checking stock to determine the amount available, anticipated stock, and placing orders.
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, and attachments.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

If you meet the requirements above and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your updated resume. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements

• Ability to operate CNC mills
• Great computer and technical skills
• Good attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Must be self-motivated
• High school diploma or equivalent