1st SHIFT CNC LATHE MACHINIST

TE-CO Manufacturing is an independent, family-owned company providing workholding solutions for manufacturers for over 100 years. Our family of brands including TE-CO, Toolex, Raptor, Air Vise, and Piranha offers tooling components, 5-axis fixtures, and automation-ready accessories to customers worldwide.

JOB SUMMARY:
1ST SHIFT CNC LATHE MACHINIST:
The Entry Level CNC Lathe Machinist operates CNC lathe equipment to produce workpieces that meet blueprint specifications and quality standards. This role is ideal for someone building foundational machining skills under supervision, with growth opportunities as skill and experience develop.
ON THE JOB TRAINING PROVIDED
SHIFT HOURS
6:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M. MONDAY- THURSDAY
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Setup and Operation

• Study blueprints and process documents to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines
• Start and observe machine operation to ensure no malfunctions or out of tolerance conditions occur; adjust tool and/or work offsets as required
• Enter commands and load control media into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions
• Ensure workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation

Quality and Monitoring

• Measure dimensions of finished workpieces using precision instruments to ensure conformance to specifications
• Listen to machines during operation to detect signs of dull cutting tools or excessive vibration, and report issues to a supervisor or programmer
• Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors, or to obtain approval to continue production

Maintenance and Housekeeping

• Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn tools using hand tools
• Keep machines and work area clean and organized; remove chips daily or as required
• Safeguard existing programs and save new programs with proper backup

Physical and Safety Requirements

• Lift workpieces to machines manually or with a hoist or crane
• Comply with all safety standards and company policies

Professional Development

• Assist in setting production standards
• Demonstrate growth and retention of skill, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Operation Monitoring
• Monitoring
• Critical Thinking
• Quality Control Analysis
• Operation and Control
• Mechanical
• Mathematics
• Design
• Production and Processing
• Computers and Electronics
• Decision Making
• Learning
• Adaptation
• Communication

Benefits

• Family culture
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Bonus Program
• 401K
• Wellness Program
• Climate Controlled facility
• Growth opportunities through internal promotions
• Paid vacation (after 30 days)
• Eligible for Medical Benefits (after 30 days)