CNC Lathe Machinist - Setup - 1st Shift

Babbitting Service Inc•South Elgin, IL

9h•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Babbitting Service, Inc. (BSI) is seeking skilled CNC Lathe Machinists to work independently in a high-mix, low-volume job-shop environment. This role is for experienced machinists capable of setting up and running CNC lathes, writing and editing CNC programs at the machine control, managing tooling and workholding, inspecting their own work, and resolving machining issues. Demonstrated machining ability, judgment, and problem-solving skills are highly valued over a specific number of years of experience.

Requirements

Previous CNC lathe machining and setup experience sufficient to perform the position independently.
Ability to read and interpret part drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and surface-finish requirements.
Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauge pins, bore gauges, and other appropriate measuring tools.
Working knowledge of practical machining math.

Nice To Haves

Doosan and DN Solutions CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
High-mix, low-volume or job-shop machining.
GD&T knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and run Doosan and DN Solutions CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
Write, edit, and adjust CNC programs at the machine control as needed.
Set work offsets and adjust tool and wear offsets as needed to maintain part dimensions and tolerances.
Install tooling and set up workholding, including cutting jaws as needed.
Verify first-run parts meet drawing requirements.
Inspect cutting tools and inserts and replace or adjust them as needed.
Produce parts within required tolerances and specifications, commonly around .001" and occasionally as close as .0005".
Measure parts for conformance to specifications using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauge pins, bore gauges, and other appropriate measuring tools.
Adjust machine speeds and feeds as needed for the work being performed.
Upload and download CNC programs to and from the program server.
Make program changes as needed for drawing revisions or job requirements.
Identify problems and make appropriate corrections as needed.
Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized.