Conventional lathe operator (m/f/d)

persona service AG & Co. KG; Mittelbiberach; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Holiday and Christmas bonus

Tuition for children

Corporate benefits discounts

Support and feedback meetings

Training opportunities

Job summary

persona service AG & Co. KG in Germany seeks a skilled lathe operator for conventional machines. You will set up, reconfigure for new orders, select tools and fixtures, monitor the process, and ensure parts meet specifications.

Excellent reading of drawings and meticulous documentation are required. We offer a family‑oriented culture with flat hierarchies, attractive training opportunities, and strong support.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in machining or related field.
• Experience operating lathes on conventional machines.
• Ability to read technical drawings and set up tooling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes.
• Select and change tools, clamps, and fixtures for each job.
• Monitor machining process and adjust as needed for accuracy.
• Inspect finished parts for dimensional accuracy with standard equipment.
• Maintain clean workspace and document processes per guidelines.

Skills

Lathe operation

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Team player

Education

Machining apprenticeship

Industrial mechanic apprenticeship

Tools

Conventional lathes

Measuring equipment

Job description

You will be responsible for producing turned and machined parts on conventional lathes in your assigned area Using technical drawings, you will determine the necessary work steps and carry them out professionally You will set up the machines and, where necessary, reconfigure them for new orders You select tools, clamping devices and fixtures appropriate to the workpiece and change them as required During production, you monitor the machining process and correct dimensions and settings in the event of deviations You carefully inspect the finished parts for dimensional accuracy and quality using standard measuring equipment You document all relevant processes and inspection results precisely in accordance with specifications and internal guidelines You keep your machine and workstation clean and carry out simple maintenance and upkeep tasks To ensure smooth operations in day-to-day production, you actively liaise with colleagues and support them where necessary You have successfully completed an apprenticeship as a machining technician (m/f/d), industrial mechanic (m/f/d) or production mechanic (m/f/d) You have solid and well-founded professional experience as a lathe operator on conventional machines You are characterised by a strong technical understanding You can read technical drawings confidently and implement them professionally You handle standard measuring equipment with care and check dimensions and quality reliably You have good to very good written and spoken German You hold a valid work permit and are permanently resident in Germany You have your own car at your disposal You are characterised by an independent, meticulous and reliable approach to your work You are a team player and enjoy coordinating with colleagues a family-oriented corporate culture with flat hierarchies attractive training opportunities for professional development secure prospects in a forward-looking market A modern workplace with state-of-the-art technology Diverse projects in highly specialised, forward-looking sectors A sustainable location with excellent social infrastructure

What you can always count on at persona service:

• A monthly allowance of €50 towards your travel costs, depending on the role – e.g. for the Deutschlandticket and much more.
• Bonuses, as well as holiday pay and a Christmas bonus
• Free tuition for your children on the Ubimaster learning and tutoring platform
• Numerous shopping discounts with well-known brands via our corporate benefits programme
• Excellent personal support and regular feedback meetings
• A wide range of further training opportunities