CNC Lathe Machine Setup Operator

At SCHUNK, we drive innovation in automation, clamping technology, and precision engineering worldwide. We have a burning passion for everything that has anything to do with technology! We are fascinated by the way it will change the world of tomorrow. Based on this understanding, we are developing the solutions for today and tomorrow. SCHUNK products stand for quality. Our products are built on all of the expertise and experience we have amassed for generations.

Our goal is to get a little bit better every single day as a team.

The CNC Lathe Machine Setup Operator independently sets up, operates, and optimizes CNC turning centers with bar feeders to manufacture SCHUNK's precision work holding and tooling products. Working in a modern, climate-controlled production environment, this role is responsible for preparing jobs from technical drawings and established programs, selecting tooling, setting machine parameters, and ensuring consistent production of high-quality components.

Success in this role requires strong machining knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality. The CNC Lathe Machine Setup Operator takes ownership of machine performance, process improvements, troubleshooting, and in-process inspections while collaborating with programmers, supervisors, and fellow machinists to maximize efficiency and minimize scrap.

2nd shift - M-TH 2:45pm - 1:20am

• 401(k) & matching option
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of CNC turning experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to independently set up and operate CNC lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Experience adjusting offsets, editing CNC data, and troubleshooting machining processes.
• Proficiency using precision measurement equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and indicators.
• Working knowledge of machining mathematics, geometry, feeds and speeds, and material characteristics.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Technical certification or Associate Degree in Machining Technology or a related field.
• Experience with Okuma CNC lathes and controls.
• Experience machining high-precision, thin-walled components.
• Experience with bar-fed production environments.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.