CNC Lathe Operator I

Joyce/Dayton•Portland, IN

23h

About The Position

The CNC Lathe Operator I safely and efficiently manufactures parts that meet quality requirements. This hourly, non-exempt position reports to the Production Supervisor. The operator sets up and operates CNC lathes and other machine tools, works to close tolerances, inspects parts using precision measuring instruments, and performs basic equipment maintenance. The role requires reading process sheets, blueprints, and sketches; working with a range of metals; and making light program edits and process adjustments, with supervision where necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of proven CNC lathe experience.
Overhead crane experience.
Experience using a steady rest.
Ability to perform machine setups, including installing proper chuck jaws and tooling.
Sound mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of equipment and processes in the area of responsibility.
Ability to read precision measuring equipment.
Basic blueprint-reading skills, programming knowledge or experience, setup capabilities, tooling knowledge, and understanding of feeds, speeds, and gearing terminology.
Basic knowledge of products and some basic knowledge of fixturing.
Ability to inspect work and meet quality requirements.
Ability to perform light CNC editing.
Own basic hand tools at minimum.
Ability to understand and follow routing information.
Minimal layout capabilities.
Trustworthiness, adaptability, approachability, and curiosity.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Responsibilities

Machine steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals to close tolerances.
Inspect parts during production and verify conformance using precision measuring instruments and prints.
Monitor and maintain machine fluid levels and perform basic equipment maintenance.
Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining tasks, dimensions, setups, and operating requirements.
Edit pre-written programs with supervision when necessary, and edit programs for process improvements and troubleshooting.
Mount workpieces in chucks, on faceplates, or in fixtures.
Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets, cutters, or automatic tool-change magazines according to process sheets.
Monitor numerical control displays and compare them with process-sheet data to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and cutting speeds.
Use dials and switches to override programs and correct machine performance.
Inspect first-run parts and spot-check succeeding parts for conformance to specifications.
Review job packets and organize materials for upcoming orders during machine cycles to reduce cycle and setup time.
Pre-set tools before positioning them in the lathe.
Set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles.
Set up and operate CNC machines using setup sheets and written instructions with minimal supervision.
Use inspection instruments to check work against prints without supervision.
Apply knowledge of cutting tools and determine machine speeds and feeds.
Cross-train on other plant machinery as required.