CNC Lathe Setup and Production Technician
Lusk Quality Machining
Job Description
Job Description
CNC Lathe Setup and Production Technician
Ready to turn complex prints into flawless parts at scale? If you thrive on accuracy, speed, and process control, let’s talk.
Why Lusk Quality?- Family-owned with nearly 50 years of craft machining experience.
- High-volume precision turning for diverse customers across the U.S. and globally.
- People-first culture powered by superior technology and personal dedication to every customer.
- Do you confidently read blueprints and engineering drawings?
- Can you set up a Mazak, Eurotech, Miyano, or Nakamura multi-axis lathe and hit spec?
- Do you know G and M codes and when to fine-tune offsets or feeds/speeds?
- Will you own quality checks with micrometers, calipers, and gauges?
- Can you maintain throughput without compromising safety or compliance?
- Set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision parts to customer requirements.
- Translate drawings and specifications into effective machining operations.
- Select and install cutting tools, attachments, and accessories; verify tooling condition.
- Monitor operations, adjust parameters, and control variation to maintain tolerance.
- Inspect completed parts with precision measuring tools and document results as required.
- Complete routine machine maintenance and keep the work area organized.
- Adhere to manufacturing best practices, safety standards, and company policies.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience operating CNC lathes; multi-axis preferred.
- Proficiency with hand tools and precision metrology (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
- Knowledge of G and M codes and basic program edits.
- Ability to read/interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Exceptional attention to detail and precision mindset.
- Safe material handling skills for loading/unloading parts.
- Understanding of GD&T concepts and applications.
- Problem-solving ability for machine and process issues.
- Proficiency in aerospace manufacturing.
You will be expected to meet all manufacturing, safety, and policy requirements.
Machines & Technologies- CNC Lathe (5+ axis): Mazak, Eurotech, Miyano, Nakamura
This job description isn’t exhaustive; your supervisor may request related tasks as needed.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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