Lathe Operator

SIGNAL METAL INDUSTRIES INC•Irving, TX

3d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Signal Metal Industries is a well-established, highly diversified, steel fabrication and machining company that manufactures large steel products for various heavy industries throughout the country. We do traditional job shop work and also perform production work for other large manufacturers in the USA. Our growing, 50+ year company has over 130 employees who are dedicated to providing superior quality products in a safe environment while meeting our customer's toughest delivery requirements. This position is a Full-time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas. Day Shift - (Monday - Thursday 4 x 10s ), Overtime on Friday as required Hourly pay rate $24.00 - $30.00 depending on experience We offer competitive wage and career growth opportunities Great benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k), 401(k) Matching, Paid Time Off, Holidays and much more! We are seeking experienced Lathe Operators to support our machining and fabrication operations. This position involves setting up, operating, and editing programs on large CNC lathes, including vertical turning lathes (VTLs), to produce precision machined components. Candidates must be able to work independently, maintain print specifications, and ensure quality throughout the machining process. This is a skilled trade position and not a machine-tending role. Equipment: CNC Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs) Large horizontal and vertical machines Fanuc controls, rotary tables, and automatic tool changers

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience operating large CNC lathes (VTL experience preferred)
Ability to read and interpret complex machining drawings
Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling
Proficiency with precision measuring tools
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC lathes according to engineering prints
Edit and maintain CNC programs to meet print and quality requirements
Machine precision-finished parts and pre-machined components
Load and unload parts using overhead cranes and manual methods
Collaborate with programming to improve machining processes
Monitor machining operations and make adjustments as needed
Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Meet production deadlines while maintaining high quality standards