3rd Shift Manual Lathe Operator

Mersen; Greenville (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

401K/Roth

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Mersen in Michigan seeks a Manufacturing Machinist specializing in manual lathe operations to turn, face, and finish precision parts.

You will read blueprints, set up machines, load materials, adjust speeds, and run test pieces to ensure conformity to specifications. You will inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, maintain records, and uphold safety.

A High School Diploma is preferred; join a company that values learning and teamwork in a cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in manual lathe operation and tooling setup.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T to verify parts.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand specifications of the tasks at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings etc.
• Configure machines by loading raw materials, installing necessary tools, and adjusting machine parameters (speed, feed, tool settings) based on job specifications.
• Prepare test runs to check if the machines product outputs are according to specifications.
• Continuously inspect parts for compliance with specifications using measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Prepare and operate Manual Lathes.
• Keep accurate records of machine settings, parts produced, and any adjustments made during the production process.
• Enthusiasm to continually learn new skills and techniques
• Maintain cleanliness in work area
• Always promotes and emphasizes safety

Skills

Manual Lathe Techniques

Read blueprints & drawings

GD&T understanding

Mathematical calculations

Decimals & fractions handling

Measuring tools usage

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries.

Present in 33 countries with 50 industrial sites and 18 R&D centres, Mersen develops custom solutions and supplies key products to meet the new technological challenges that will shape tomorrow's world.

For more than 130 years, Mersen has been constantly innovating to support and satisfy its customers' needs with the same high standards.

Be it in wind power, solar power, electronics, electric vehicles, aeronautics, space or countless other sectors, wherever technology is progressing, you will always find a bit of Mersen.

Mission

• Understand specifications of the tasks at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings etc.
• Configure machines by loading raw materials, installing necessary tools, and adjusting machine parameters (speed, feed, tool settings) based on job specifications.
• Prepare test runs to check if the machines product outputs are according to specifications.
• Continuously inspect parts for compliance with specifications using measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Prepare and operate Manual Lathes.
• Keep accurate records of machine settings, parts produced, and any adjustments made during the production process.
• Enthusiasm to continually learn new skills and techniques
• Maintain cleanliness in work area
• Always promotes and emphasizes safety

Required Skills

• Proficient knowledge of common Manual Lathe techniques
• Skilled in reading technical drawings and blueprints to understand the specifications of the parts being manufactured
• Understanding and application of GD&T
• High School Diploma or GED, preferred
• Analytical and numerical skills; ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to work with decimals and fractions
• Use of basic measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, etc.)
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Why Join Us?

At Mersen, we are proud to be drivers of progress and to contribute to tomorrow’s world.

• Shared values and ethics
• Collaborate with a diverse team that embraces challenges and bring great ideas to life
• Learn and grow with us through our Learning and Development training programs
• We champion diversity, diversity drives our identity
• Named a GREAT PLACE TO WORK in April 2025
• Retirement, 401K/Roth with employer contribution
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company provided employee life insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and 11 Holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.The job titles do not mean the male variant but stand for the gender-neutral designation of the profession according to wikipedia. People are welcome regardless of gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.