CNC Lathe Operator

Responsibilities

• Load raw material into CNC lathe machines and ensure proper alignment and clamping.
• Operate one or multiple CNC lathes to perform turning, grooving, drilling, threading, facing, and other lathe-specific operations.
• Inspect first-run and in-process parts using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and other approved metrology tools.
• Verify and document machine settings, tool offsets, diameters, and critical dimensions.
• Listen for and identify unusual machine noises that may indicate tool wear, insert breakage, imbalance, or other lathe-specific issues.
• Measure and monitor diameters, surface finishes, thread quality, and other key characteristics required for lathe machining.
• Detect and report any deviation in part specifications, tool conditions, equipment behavior, or safety hazards immediately to a Supervisor.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, including adjusting tool wear offsets, replacing dull inserts, clearing chips, and resetting alarms (as trained).
• Maintain lathe equipment by checking coolant levels, clearing chip conveyors, and communicating maintenance needs.
• Keep accurate and timely production, scrap, and quality documentation.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas according to 5S and safety standards.
• Support communication between shifts by documenting irregularities, machine conditions, tooling needs, and continued work requirements.
• Actively support continuous improvement, company goals, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience operating CNC lathe machines or similar machining equipment preferred.
• Understanding of basic lathe operations and cutting principles is a plus.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and thread gauges.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions, quality checks, and safety procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced machining environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and maintain focus on detailed work.

Special Circumstances

• Must be available to work flexible hours or overtime as required by production needs.
• May be required to support other machining areas depending on business requirements.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently.
• Prolonged standing and repetitive movement required.
• Regular use of hands to handle parts, inserts, gauges, and controls.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus—critical for quality inspection.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $27