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2nd Shift - CNC Bar Feed Lathe Operator (4P-12:30A)

Helios Hydraulics America
Buffalo, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/19/2026

Incentives:

Shift Differential: 10%

401K: 100% Matching 6%

Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program

Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.

 

Job Summary: 

The CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Lathe Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC single turret/dual turret, twin spindle lathes to produce high quality parts according to blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to read and interpret drawings, understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), with a commitment to Safety and Precision in a Manufacturing environment. 

 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

  • Operate single turret/dual turret, twin spindle CNC Lathe Machines with Live Tooling capabilities, attached with 6’ bar feeders 

  • Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (e.g., Micrometers, Pin gages, bore gages, Thread gages, Plug gages, Drop Indicators, Height gages, Comparators) 

  • As required, ability to manual deburr parts during the machining process 

  • Ability to make offsets to tooling under Fanuc controls 

  • Identify and resolve machining issues such as tool wear to maintain the customer required dimensions 

  • Accurately record production data, including quantities and quality inspections 

  • Follow all safety protocols and ensure the workspace is cleaned and organized 

 

Required Skills/Abilities:  

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints 

  • Understanding of GD&T 

  • Familiarity with CNC lathes and measuring equipment 

  • Strong focus on accuracy and quality 

  • Strong communication skills. 

  • Ability to hold tolerances as tight as /-.0002 

 

Education and Experience: 

  • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) 

  • Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, NIMS, CNC Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) 

  • At least 3 years of CNC Operation  

  • Experience on Nakamura-Tome/Miyano Lathes is a plus, but not required 

 

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk, and hear. 

  

The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

Qualifications:

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Understanding work order, blueprints, control plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, critical surfaces/edges, and machining parameters while interpreting geometric dimension and tolerances (GD&T)
  • Understanding work instructions ad zero/reference points
  • Understanding of basic math, geometry, and trigonometry
  • Positive and proactive attitude toward completing work orders
  • Willingness to learn and grow through Sun Hydraulics
  • Meeting commitments and obligations

 

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma/GED required
  • Technical college degree preferred
  • 2 years' experience using production machinery
  • Experience working with a Mazak Star/Integrex or Swiss Lathes a plus

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of standing
  • Prolonged period of sitting
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds at times

Salary : $25 - $30

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