CNC Lathe Operator

CNC Lathe Operator

Advanced Machine & Engineering (AME) is located in the heart of Rockford, Illinois. Our 50+ year old company offers a unique work culture with excellent people. We invite you to visit our website at  to learn more.

We have Immediate full-time opening for experienced Mazak CNC Lathe Programmer / Set-up & Machine Operation Operator.

• Responsible for optimizing each machining process to produce the most efficient and productive process possible.
• Programming CNC lathe using Mazatrol.
• Perform set-ups.
• Perform all required inspection checks to ensure parts are in tolerance and meet customer requirements.
• Responsible for using the correct inspection equipment and tools to perform quality checks.
• Responsible for maintaining and storing all cutting tools, inspection tools, and specialized machine cell equipment to required standards.
• Perform daily maintenance activities, such as checking fluids etc.
• Clean and deburr parts as required.
• Participates in QC/continuous improvement processes in support of increased efficiencies.

• High School or Equivalent work experience within tool manufacturing co.
• 5-year minimum job shop experience programming & setting-up CNC Lathes machining equipment.
• Strong math and measuring skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and interpret computer programs sent to machine centers.
• Ability to operate large overhead crane and operate forklift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Medical, RX, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with company Match
• Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days & PTO
• Employee Engagement Activities.
• Job Type: Full-time