CNC Lathe Operator - Second Shift

Empower Manufacturing•Moraine, OH
•$20 - $35

About The Position

Empower Manufacturing is hiring a CNC Lathe Operator to set up and operate CNC lathes, including machines with live tooling, and produce parts that meet customer prints and specifications. The role includes dry-running new programs, making offsets and light program edits, measuring and inspecting parts, and loading and unloading steel using an overhead hoist or jib crane. Parts may measure up to 24 inches in diameter and 125 inches in length. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, from 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Optional weekend overtime is available but is not mandatory. Pay is up to $35 per hour, depending on experience. The company describes its workplace culture as positive, supportive, and team-oriented.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret customer prints and specifications.
  • Ability to set up and operate CNC lathes with live tooling.
  • Ability to work with parts up to 24 inches in diameter and 125 inches in length.
  • Ability to make offsets and perform light program editing.
  • Ability to follow company work orders and instructions.
  • Ability to measure parts using micrometers, dial calipers, thread gages, and verniers.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC lathes with live tooling.
  • Perform dry-runs on new programs before production.
  • Inspect parts to ensure they meet customer prints and specifications.
  • Use an overhead hoist or jib crane to load and unload steel from the machine safely and efficiently.
  • Make machine offsets and perform light program editing.
  • Read and interpret customer prints and specifications.
  • Follow company work orders and instructions.
  • Measure parts using basic equipment such as micrometers, dial calipers, thread gages, and verniers.
  • Take on additional tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 4%
  • 80 hours of paid time off starting on Day 1
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Eight paid holidays
  • Monthly bonus potential
  • Optional overtime
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