Job Description

Positions: 2 (full-time)

Experience: 3–7 years

Position Overview

A growing precision manufacturing company is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC turning centers that produce precision-machined components. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced multi-axis lathes in a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Schedule: Full-time, on-site, first shift (7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.)

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and turning centers.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T specifications.
• Set up machines, including tooling, offsets, and workholding.
• Edit and optimize G-code programs at the control.
• Work with live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindle operations when applicable.
• Inspect components using precision measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues.
• Maintain production efficiency while meeting quality standards.
• Complete required documentation and inspection records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of CNC lathe experience.
• Experience performing complete machine setups independently.
• Strong blueprint-reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to edit CNC programs and troubleshoot machining issues.
• Experience with tight-tolerance machining.
• Strong understanding of tooling, inserts, feeds, and speeds.
• Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and thread gauges.

Preferred Experience

• Multi-axis turning centers.
• Live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindle machining.
• Mill-turn machining.
• CMM inspection.
• Machining stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other difficult-to-machine materials.

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