CNC Lathe Operator 1st Shift Fenton, MO

1st Shift 6:30 am - 3:00 pm
Monday - Friday

Roles & Responsibilities:
Setup, layout and operate various CNC lathes and/or mills
Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances and tooling instructions such as fixtures, cutting speeds, depth of cut and determines sequence of operations.
Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder.
Positions and secures work piece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers or fixtures.
Moves controls to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds and depth of cut.
Sets up fixture, starts machine.
Requires ability to read precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers.
Observes operation of machine and verifies conformity of machined work piece to specifications.
Keeps work area clean and orderly
Follows all Company rules and safety policies.
Discusses errors in diagrams or production order with supervisor or engineer to clarify assembly problems.
Core Competency Requirements:
Performs any assembly-type functions, using hand or power tools.
djusts, trim and fitting parts to close tolerances.
Follows visual aids (standard work) to ensure work is correct.
May perform testing of assembled product.
Make up cartons, print labels, insert protective packing material, seal finishing product.
Meet efficiency rates.
Perform quality checks to ensure quality specifications are met.
Work within all safety guidelines and wear all required PPE (steel toe shoes, hearing protection and
safety glasses).
Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor or team leader.
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition - 5S.
Must be flexible to rotate job assignments within various work cells.
Performs related duties as assigned by supervision
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ yrs of previous CNC experience preferred
Physical Needs:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
bility to add and subtract/basic math.
bility to follow written and verbal instructions
Good hand-eye coordination.
bility to lift up to 25lb.
bility to stand 90% of shift.


Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.


Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.