CNC Lathe Setup Operator – Growth Path & Quality Focus

Lathe Set Up Operator

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM or 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Salary: $26-$34 per hour, dependent on experience

Who we are:

We are a small, family-owned manufacturing business that values a positive and fun work environment. We are growing and looking to add a skilled Lathe Set Up Operator to our team. We are system and process-driven and ISO 9001-certified, focusing on creating a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where employees are valued. Our main product lines and services include Bearings, Guide Systems, Seals & Distributed Products, and Precision CNC Machining for various industries.

Lathe Set Up Operator Role:

This role is responsible for setting up and operating CNC lathes for production. This position is crucial for ensuring efficient production and maintaining quality standards.

Lathe Set Up Operator Responsibilities:

• Set up multiple CNC lathes and run production
• Utilize inspection equipment and check fixtures
• Create and maintain job boxes for repeat work, including special tooling and work holding
• Pull tooling and set up machines for new jobs based on engineering programs and tool sheets
• Load programs and run first pieces, dialing in processes for quality approval
• Follow established systems and processes
• Create engineering packets at the end of a job to ensure repeatability
• Maintain efficient production and quality standards

Lathe Set Up Operator Reporting Relationships:

This position reports to the department manager. There is potential for growth into a Cell Lead role, which includes overseeing a production cell and guiding operators.

About You:

• Experience with CNC lathes is preferred
• Familiarity with Mori Seiki mill/turn machines is a plus
• Doosan background is a plus
• Ability to utilize inspection equipment
• Commitment to meeting quality and production standards
• System and process-driven mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to be self-sufficient after initial training
• Desire to learn and expand skills, potentially including programming (GibbsCAM or on-machine programming)

Next Steps:

If you are a driven, team player who is looking for a low-stress, family-oriented work environment with opportunities for growth, we would like to hear from you.

Additional Information:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability and Accident Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Bonus Opportunities based on individual and company performance
• 401k with Company Match
• Climate-controlled facility
• Attendance incentive program:
  Earn additional PTO for consistent on-time attendance and proper time-off requests
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Background check disqualifiers include anything involving children and criminal history within the last 8 years.