CNC Lathe Operator

Milacron • Mount Orab, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Milacron is looking for a CNC Lathe Operator to join their team. This role is part of the direct manufacturing shop floor team and involves safely and accurately operating computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery in a manufacturing environment. The operator will work with great concentration and precision, complying with all safety guidelines. Responsibilities include starting and powering down the machine, making size adjustments, understanding measuring instruments to maintain part quality, changing and teaching tools, performing changeovers, and loading programs while meeting production requirements. The position operates machinery in a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment and requires the ability to read and precisely follow instructions to produce outputs.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Experience as a CNC lathe operator
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings etc.
• Ability to follow all safety guidelines
• Must support mission and purpose of the company and be committed to professional and personal growth

Nice To Haves

• Higher degree from a technical school preferred

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and safely operate machinery and controls
• Perform machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers
• Use measuring instruments (including micrometers) to ensure precision
• Change and set tools, drills, and inserts as needed
• Load, edit, and monitor programs to maintain proper operation
• Inspect parts and ensure conformance to quality standards
• Maintain production output and track quantities and time
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and submit repair requests as needed
• Identify and report defects, malfunctions, or production issues
• Stop production if quality standards are not met
• Properly label and track all processed products
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a safe work environment
• Be available for required work schedules, including weekends/holidays
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED