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Manual/CNC Turning Specialist – Precision Machining

Smith Bros Tool
Utica, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2026
Manual/CNC Turning Specialist

Smith Brothers Tool Company invites a turning expert to help craft precision parts that meet strict quality and production goals.

Is this you?

  • Do you set up and run manual or CNC lathes with confidence?
  • Can you read complex blueprints and job travelers without missing a detail?
  • Are you meticulous with measurements and committed to quality?

What you'll handle

  • Setting up and operating manual and CNC lathes in line with work instructions, prints, and specs.
  • Interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and travelers to plan operations.
  • Selecting cutting tools, fixtures, and materials appropriate to each job.
  • Monitoring machine performance to hold dimensions and meet quality requirements.
  • Performing in-process checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
  • Applying minor offsets and adjustments as needed.
  • Maintaining a safe, orderly workstation per company safety policies.
  • Documenting production information and communicating issues to supervision.
  • Coordinating with teammates to achieve production schedules.
  • Supporting additional duties as assigned.

What you need

  • Prior experience on manual and/or CNC lathes preferred.
  • Proficiency reading blueprints and using precision measuring instruments.
  • Basic understanding of machining methods, tooling, and material behavior.
  • Strong attention to detail with a quality-first approach.
  • Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Competencies

  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Dependable time management
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Salary.com Estimation for Manual/CNC Turning Specialist – Precision Machining in Utica, MI
$47,380 to $60,348
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