CNC Lathe Operator

Radiac Abrasives•Oswego, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Radiac Abrasives, Inc. is seeking skilled CNC Operators to join its abrasives manufacturing team. The role operates, sets up, and maintains CNC lathes used to produce abrasive products, supporting quality, efficiency, and safety in a fast-paced industrial environment. The position reports to the Production Supervisor and pays $23.00–$26.00, depending on experience and skill level. Shifts are 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. The work takes place in an industrial abrasives production plant, with exposure to dust, moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Personal protective equipment is required at all times. Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting for extended periods and regularly lifting and carrying up to 70 pounds. Workers must have sufficient visual acuity to operate machinery safely, read gauges and warning indicators, and identify hazards, with or without corrective lenses.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3+ years of CNC machining or manufacturing experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with CNC programming.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use precision measurement tools.
Basic computer skills for machine interface and reporting.
Ability to communicate, read, and write in English.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist for extended periods.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
Sufficient visual acuity to safely operate machinery, read gauges and warning indicators, and identify hazards, with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification.
Experience in abrasives or a similar industry.
Experience with grinding or abrasive materials manufacturing.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor CNC lathes used in abrasives production.
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
Adjust machine settings to ensure precision and product quality.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot CNC equipment.
Inspect finished products using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to improve processes.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Lead.