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Lathe Operator

Marathon Electric – Motors and Generators
Lebanon, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
Job Overview

The Lathe Operator in the Shaft Department is responsible for turning bar stock into a completed shaft. This work is performed under minimal supervision and attention to order details is required.

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Ability to visually verify per job instructions.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and follow multiple instructions at one time.
  • Actively participate in cross training though out the department to improve and broaden the employees skill set.
  • Ability to move pans of bar stock to designated work station.
  • Remove blanks out of the pan and load them into the machine. (hoist parts if needed) Once the machine has completed it’s task associate will remove the blank from the machine.
  • Ability to install endmills.
  • Work productively and ensure timely flow of orders through the department.
  • Demonstrate continued improvement in the areas of quality and productivity.
  • Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies and in line with company core values.
  • Ability to adhere to the company’s PPE requirements.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Tracking and organizing orders as they come and go from different areas of the department.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Ability to use a computer with clear instructions and procedures.
  • 2 or more years of manufacturing experience.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Basic mathematic calculation of multiplication and division are a must.
  • Ability to read and interpret air gages.
  • Ability to read and interpret micrometers.
  • Ability to read and understand shaft prints.
  • Effectively communicate and work in a team environment and with all levels of management.
  • Above average attendance record.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills required.
  • Ability to multitask while being complete and thorough in following documented procedures.
  • Ability to escalate production and downtime issues to get them resolved in a timely fashion.
  • Ability & willingness to adapt to change and exhibit a desire to improve every day.
  • Must be able to manipulate large motors on a regular basis.
  • Physically capable of lifting up to 20-35 pounds frequently and 26-50 pounds occasionally, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, squatting, and standing for 8 hours shifts.
  • Must be physically capable of walking up and down stair cases at minimum 2 times daily.
  • While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly stand and use hands and arms for the duration of their shift pushing and pulling motors.
  • Some overtime may be required.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others.

WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide.

WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil.

Our business areas are divided as follows.

Industrial Electro-Electronic Equipment

This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example.

Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD)

Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services.

Commercial and Appliance Motors

In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others.

Paints and Varnishes

In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro-insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.

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