CNC Lathe Machinist​/Setup Operator

Job Title:

CNC Lathe Machinist / Setup Operator

Location:

Rockaway, NJ

Zip Code: 07866

Start Date:

Right Away

Job Type: Direct Hire

Pay Range: $24-$33/hour.

Keyword: #Rockawayjobs; #Machinist Jobs; #INDREG

Position Summary:

Set up, operate, and run two-axis CNC lathes/turning equipment, including Puma 400 machines with Fanuc controls. Hands-on setup, measurement, offsets, and troubleshooting are required-not button-push operation.

Core Responsibilities:

• Read approved programs and make practical G-code edits, including tool-number changes.
• Set work/tool offsets; install tooling and jaws; load and prove established jobs.
• Monitor tool wear, make corrections, and troubleshoot routine issues.
• Cut and measure parts; read blueprints/work instructions and hold required tolerances.
• Use precision measuring tools and document production/inspection activity.
• Work safely in a multi-shift aerospace/industrial machine shop.
• Machine titanium, Inconel, and other hard metals; site-specific methods will be taught.

Preferred Qualifications

Puma 400/Fanuc; aerospace, high-precision, or hard-metal machining; titanium/Inconel; blueprint reading/close-tolerance inspection; stable history or clear contract/short-tenure explanations. Programming from scratch is not required.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.