CNC Lathe Setup Machinist - First Shift
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
We are hiring a skilled and experienced CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to set up jobs on Okuma CNC Lathes. The Okuma Lathes are set up with sub-spindle and live tooling.
You must be able to set up machines independently to produce high-quality parts out of aluminum and able to set up the machines to run overnight jobs (lights-out).
Schedule:
4-day week, Monday to Thursday 6am to 6:30pm - with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch.
Rate: $28-32 per hour (negotiable based on skillset and experience)
Duties and ResponsibilitiesMachine Setup: Install and align work holding fixtures, chucks, collets, and cutting tools.
Program Management: Load, verify, and edit G-code or control programs at the machine.
Offsets & Adjustments: Set tool registers, establish work coordinates, and adjust feeds and speeds.
Quality Inspection: Perform first-article inspections using precision instruments like micrometers and calipers.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve machining, tooling, or dimensional issues during production runs.
- CNC Machining Technologies certificate or equivalent is preferred.
- 3+ years of hands-on CNC lathe setup and operation experience.
- Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerances(GD&T).
- Strong working knowledge of Okuma Lathe controls.
Must have ability to select, lift, carry and stack products weighing between 30 & 50 pounds. The ability to stand up a total of 10-12 hours, with breaks, while occasionally bending, stooping, twisting and do repetitive work for 2 to 4 hours at a time.
Stations have anti-fatigue mats and stools available when needed.
Drug Free WorkplaceWe are a Florida Drug Free Workplace. The company requires all employees to complete a pre-employment 10 panel drug screen; employment status will be dependent on ability to pass this screening and partake on a quarterly random screen.
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