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CNC Lathe Operator

James Manufactruing
North Haven, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Opportunity:

James Manufacturing is seeking a highly motivated CNC dual spindle lathe operator. We have an immediate need for full time 1st shift. We offer a career opportunity in a team-based organization utilizing equipment that is less than 5 years old. Experience working in ISO9000/AS9100 fast paced detailed oriented environment a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

· Operate CNC Dual Spindle Lathes to include loading of tooling, managing offsets and tool counts.

· Working safely while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

· Execute job documents to meet product quality, schedule and production requirements while taking responsibility for your work.

· Complete all quality documents for first piece and in-process inspections.

· Communicates with management, quality and other shop personnel for work assignments and to resolve production or quality issues.

· Measure and examine completed components to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications using calibrated instruments and gages.

· Maintain equipment ensuring lubricants, filters, screens and chip collectors are at proper levels and clear.

· Upon completion of job properly store tooling & programs.

Skill and Knowledge Requirements:

· Ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience operating CNC Lathes.

· Strong mechanical and computer aptitude along with de-bugging, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

· Understanding basic material properties, feeds and speeds, tool changing and offsets.

· Strong understanding in blueprint reading and tolerances.

· Knowledge and application of precision measurement instruments.

· Good machining practices, be able to detect when a process, machine or system deviates, then to troubleshoot to fix the root cause or escalate to engineering.

· Have good attendance, follow written and oral directions, and make recommendations for improvement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.50 - $28.50 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $29

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