2nd Shift - CNC Bar Feed Lathe Operator (4P-12:30A)

Helios Technologies

Buffalo Grove (IL)

On-site

USD 34,440 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with 100% Matching 6%

Tuition Reimbursement

Market-leading health benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Helios Technologies is looking for a CNC Lathe Operator in Buffalo Grove, IL. This role involves operating and maintaining CNC lathes to produce high-quality parts while adhering to safety and precision standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of CNC Operation experience, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. We offer competitive hourly wages, and top-notch health benefits.

Qualifications

At least 3 years of CNC Operation experience.
Experience on Nakamura-Tome/Miyano Lathes is a plus.
Positive and proactive attitude toward completing work orders.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC Lathe Machines with Live Tooling capabilities.
Inspect parts using precision measuring tools.
Record production data accurately.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Understanding of GD&T

Familiarity with CNC lathes and measuring equipment

Strong focus on accuracy and quality

Strong communication skills

Ability to hold tolerances as tight as +/- .0002

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-Secondary Certificate in CNC Trades or related fields

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Schultes Precision – Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 hourly

Incentives

Shift Differential: 10%
401K: 100% Matching 6%
Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program
Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.
ESPP: 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.

Job Summary

The CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Lathe Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC single turret/dual turret, twin spindle lathes to produce high quality parts according to blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to read and interpret drawings, understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), with a commitment to Safety and Precision in a Manufacturing environment.

Duties/Responsibilities

Operate single turret/dual turret, twin spindle CNC Lathe Machines with Live Tooling capabilities, attached with 6’ bar feeders
Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (e.g., Micrometers, Pin gages, bore gages, Thread gages, Plug gages, Drop Indicators, Height gages, Comparators)
As required, manual deburr parts during the machining process
Make offsets to tooling under Fanuc controls
Identify and resolve machining issues such as tool wear to maintain the customer required dimensions
Accurately record production data, including quantities and quality inspections
Follow all safety protocols and ensure the workspace is cleaned and organized

Required Skills/Abilities

Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Understanding of GD&T
Familiarity with CNC lathes and measuring equipment
Strong focus on accuracy and quality
Strong communication skills
Ability to hold tolerances as tight as +/- .0002

Education and Experience

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Post-Secondary Certificate – awarded for training completed after high school (e.g., in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, NIMS, CNC Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
At least 3 years of CNC Operation
Experience on Nakamura-Tome/Miyano Lathes is a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications (Sun Hydraulics)

Understanding work order, blueprints, control plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, critical surfaces/edges, and machining parameters while interpreting geometric dimension and tolerances (GD&T)
Understanding work instructions ad zero/reference points
Understanding of basic math, geometry, and trigonometry
Positive and proactive attitude toward completing work orders
Willingness to learn and grow through Sun Hydraulics
Meeting commitments and obligations

Education and Experience (Sun Hydraulics)