2nd Shift - CNC Lathe Operator

5% Quarterly Cash Bonus Payout, Outstanding Health, Dental, and Vision Plan, Matching 401K (Up to 6%), Employee Stock Purchase Program (Buying Helios Technologies Stock at a 15% discounted rate), 100% Tuition Reimbursement, Family Environment, and ability to retire after a long term career. We are looking for dedicated people that want to make a long term career with Sun Hydraulics.

Job Summary:

As a CNC Lathe Machinist, you will be responsible for setting up and operating computer numerical control (CNC) lathe machines to produce high-quality precision parts. You will ensure equipment runs smoothly, meet strict quality standards, and actively contribute to process improvements.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Machine Operation & Setup

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines.
• Perform tool changes, offsets, and adjustments based on blueprints and specifications.
• Verify settings through measurements and first-run checks.

Quality Assurance

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T.
• Use measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators) to inspect parts.
• Ensure parts meet dimensional tolerances and customer specifications.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on machines.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical or control issues.
• Replace worn tools and make necessary corrections to programs or setups.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain production and quality logs.
• Report work order status and issues to the supervisor or team lead.
• Participate in training and stay updated on modern technologies and techniques.
• Explore opportunities to increase productivity in work area.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and lathe operation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Basic knowledge of math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Proactive and safety-conscious mindset.
• Willingness to learn and grow within Sun Hydraulics.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Technical/vocational training in machining preferred.
• Experience using CNC Lathe machines preferred.
• Experience with Fanuc controls is a plus.
• Experience with Citizen, Swiss, Miyano, or Mazak lathes is highly valued.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Manual dexterity and focus for working with precision tools.

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