CNC Lathe Operator — On-Site & Precision Focus

Osprey Engineering Solutions; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

XYZ Lathe Operator role in Greater Stoke-on-Trent, on-site, full-time. You will set up, operate and monitor XYZ lathes, read engineering drawings and tolerances, and ensure components meet exact specifications.

Work closely with engineers and production teams to hit deadlines, perform routine machine maintenance, and uphold strict health and safety standards in a busy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on XYZ lathes or similar turning machines, including setup and adjustments.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Setting up, operating and monitoring XYZ lathes safely and efficiently.
• Selecting tooling and adjusting machine settings to hit specs.
• Reading and working from engineering drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Inspecting finished parts with micrometers and gauges to ensure quality.
• Carrying out routine quality checks and maintenance, meeting deadlines.

Skills

XYZ lathe experience

CNC turning

Manual turning

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Gauges

Measuring tools

Job description

XYZ Lathe Operator role in Greater Stoke-on-Trent, on-site, full-time. You will set up, operate and monitor XYZ lathes, read engineering drawings and tolerances, and ensure components meet exact specifications.

Work closely with engineers and production teams to hit deadlines, perform routine machine maintenance, and uphold strict health and safety standards in a busy manufacturing environment.