Lathe Setup Machinist

CNC Setup Lead

Full‑time hourly position that works primarily during first shift (Mon–Thu 6 AM–5 PM) but may be required to adjust working hours as needed to adequately lead the team and meet production demands.

In this role, you will be a part of a dynamic team in all aspects of manufacturing high‑quality components in a fast‑paced environment. You will perform daily production activities assigned by your team lead, provide feedback toward process improvements and lean initiatives.

• Set up and operate all types of CNC lathes, including single turret, twin turret, with and without live tooling
• Ensure process is operating at peak efficiency and quality
• Follow set‑up schedule provided by team leader
• Maintain quality system by following ISO standard practices
• Handle tool change and tool setting
• Support operators in making tooling offsets
• Set up new and existing job tooling and work‑holding following setup sheet
• Indicate vises/fixtures/bore soft jaws proficiently
• Load programs
• Run 1st article piece and perform 1st‑piece inspection
• Stage area for production
• On‑job training
• Make parts production ready
• Troubleshoot complex problems

• Lead or assist in improvement projects and problem‑solving activities
• Participate in department responses to corrective and preventive actions
• Perform or facilitate routine safety, quality, and work‑skills training
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Position requires use or access to hardware subject to ITAR; all applicants must be U.S. persons
• Position requires the successful candidate to not be a prohibited person under the Gun Control Act (GCA) codified at 18 U.S.C. 922(g)

• 2–4 years CNC machining experience
• Experience practicing Lean Manufacturing principles
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes used in the machining department
• Experience with programming CNC lathes manually and using CAM software (Master
  
  CAM preferred)

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to perform well in a fast‑paced work environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and adapt to change
• Career‑minded with eagerness to grow with the company
• Support and embody company vision and values

• Work is performed on a 10‑acre, 6‑campus building; may need to move between buildings.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with typical machinery and equipment.
• Must wear personal protective equipment in designated areas.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Standing for extended periods and moving around the production floor frequently.
• CMMC 2.0 compliant.

Ohio Ordnance Works Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.