CNC Operator Lathe

CNC LATHE OPERATOR I

Job Title: CNC Lathe Operator I | Department: Production | Reports to: Production Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt    

At United Precision Corporation (UPC), we are committed to creating an environment where all team members can perform to the best of their abilities and reach their full potential. Every team member plays a crucial role in our operations, and we value the skills, experience, and backgrounds they bring to the UPC table. We recognize that it is only through our team members who provide services that our customers rely upon that we can continuously improve, grow, and create new opportunities in the years to come.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a CNC Lathe Operator I, you will be responsible for operating CNC lathe machines to support the production of products within the aerospace industry. This includes tasks such as loading raw materials into the machines, basic machine setup, adjusting tooling and machine parameters, interpreting work instructions and shop drawings, and maintaining a high level of productivity. Operators are expected to work safely while contributing to departmental goals through quality work and open communication

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and monitor CNC Lathe production machines with precision and care
• Perform quality checks to ensure output of high-quality parts
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area
• Work independently and within a team environment to meet and exceed production goals
• Collaborate with department leads, supervisors, and/or management to troubleshoot and report equipment issues promptly.
• Perform other duties, as assigned. 

WHAT YOU BRING TO UPC:

Required

• High school diploma, trade school graduates, and/or those with 1 years of CNC lathe machine operation
• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Dependability and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn, grow, and be part of a great team

Preferred

• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience (preferred but not required – we will train the right people!)
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS FOR SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE:

• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Productivity
• Problem Solving
• Product Knowledge
• Technical Expertise

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here represent those that a team member must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Must be able to remain stationary 80% of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move about inside a warehouse, around warehouse machinery, etc.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Must be able to operate manufacturing and engineering machinery such as lapping, CNC lathe, and milling machines
• Occasionally positions self to maintain manufacturing and engineering machinery, including under work stations.
• Frequently move raw and treated materials weighing up to 50 pounds across the warehouse for various purposes, as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is generally performed in an office or warehouse environment, with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. No special coordination beyond that required for normal mobility, handling everyday objects and materials, and using office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Submit your resume to be considered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free work environment, and as such, pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility, and as such, access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are required to provide information to determine eligibility as defined by ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), or a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COVID-19 considerations: Various protocols have been instituted to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members. 

Job Type: Full-time

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding it, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand that United Precision Corp. is an equal-opportunity employer and that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Salary : $24 - $25