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LATHE SET UP/OPERATOR

ABBY MANUFACTURING LLC
Walnut, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to understand the specifications of a part to be created or repaired
  • Setting up, adjusting and operating lathe machines to carry out machining operations
  • Checking finished workpieces to ensure they meet specifications, using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and gauges
  • Maintaining and cleaning lathes and other machinery to ensure their longevity and functionality
  • Monitoring machining processes to prevent machine malfunctions and production errors
  • Replacing worn lathe cutting tools and sharpening dull cutting tools
  • Adjusting machine feed and speed if machines malfunction
  • Developing templates and models for new or modified parts
  • Communicating with team members and supervisors to coordinate work and resolve machining or production issues

COMPENSATION IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

 

Anchor Fabrication offers an extensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity and short and long term disability.   Anchor Fabrication also offers a matching 401(k) plan with Empower.

Please visit us in person at 501 Pulliam Drive or call 662-223-5339 ext 134 or email jgomez@anchorfabms.com for employment opportunities.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

  • At least two years proven work experience as a lathe machinist 
  • Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings
  • Knowledge of the properties of metal and other materials
  • Experience working with CNC machines
  • Proficiency with precision measuring tools and equipment
  • Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
  • A high school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is a plus
  • Ability to write reports in the English language
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of supervisors and/or managers in the English language
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardizations exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
  • Punctual and dependable attendance record

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to work in high paced environment
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
  • Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors and chemicals

Anchor Fabrication is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie Gomez at email jgomez@anchorfabms.com

Salary : $21 - $27

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