3rd Shift - CNC Lathe Operator

Helios Technologies; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Hydraulics in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Finishing Operator to set up and operate manual and CNC machines, ensuring quality and safety standards. You will keep records, manage supplies, and verify measurements to meet specifications.

Responsibilities include completing production logs, maintaining equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts while adhering to safety procedures and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must understand GD&T and blueprints, control plans and machining parameters.
• Able to read work instructions and reference points.
• Basic math, geometry, and trigonometry knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Finish machined parts by setting up and operating manual and CNC machines.
• Maintain quality and safety standards and keep production records.
• Document actions in logs and update job knowledge through training.

Skills

GD&T understanding

Blueprint reading

Math proficiency

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Proactive attitude

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical college degree preferred

Tools

Mazak Star/Integrex

Swiss Lathe

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reading blueprints, specifications, and drawings
• Setting up various machines including tools changes and offsets, compensation and conditional switches
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following manufacturers instructions
• Verifies setting by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces while adhering to standards
• Maintaining specifications by observing and taking measurements
• Troubleshoot machine malfunctions, adjusting and reprogramming controls, sharpening and replacing worn tools
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Documenting actions by completing production and quality logs
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publication, etc.
• Communicating status of work orders and irregularities
• Explore opportunities to add value in work area

QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities:

• 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:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Technical college degree preferred
• 2+ years' experience using production machinery
• Experience working with a Mazak Star/Integrex or Swiss Lathes a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Prolonged period of sitting
• Ability to lift 50 pounds at times

Job Summary:

The Finishing Operator will be responsible for finishing machined parts by setting up and operating manual and/or computer numerical control (CNC) machine, maintaining all quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment/supplies.

Job Location: Sun Hydraulics 701 - Sarasota, FL 34243