CNC Large Lathe Machinist - 1st Shift Weekends

Faxon Machining; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Faxon Machining is seeking a skilled CNC Large Lathe Machinist for 1st shift in Cincinnati, OH. The role requires setting up and operating large CNC lathes, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances while working with minimal supervision.

You will use SolidWorks and Mastercam to develop and edit programs, support process improvements, and ensure safety and quality on every part. A strong team mindset and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC lathe machining experience preferred.
• Experience with large diameter turning strongly preferred.
• Experience machining steel, stainless, alloys, and cast materials.
• Solid CAM techniques background.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and Mastercam.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large CNC lathes to machine precision components.
• Create setup sheets with tooling and work-holding details.
• Create programs for CNC milling and turning centers.
• Read blueprints and CAD models to support program development.
• Use Mastercam to produce programs.
• Monitor machine cycles and inspect parts to tight tolerances (±0.0001).
• Maintain safe, organized work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate status and needs to team and provide process input.

Skills

Lathe Machining

Blueprint Reading

CAM Techniques

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Job description

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id: 567-2026

# of Openings: 1

CNC Large Lathe Machinist - 1st shift, Weekend shift

We are seeking a skilled CNC Large Lathe Machinist to join our growing manufacturing team. This position is ideal for a hands-on machinist who takes pride in precision work, problem-solving, and producing high-quality parts.

The ideal candidate will have experience setting up and operating large CNC lathes, reading blueprints, holding tight tolerances, and working independently with minimal supervision. We value craftsmanship, reliability, safety, and a strong team mindset.

PURPOSE

The Large Lathe Machinist is responsible for operating computer numerical control and/or manual machines to machine large diameter parts. Responsibilities include loading parts into the machine, monitoring machine cycles and detecting malfunctions in machine operations, such as worn or damaged cutting tools. The position runs production lots, communicates with co-workers regarding productions runs, and maintains a safe, organized and clean work environment. This position requires expertise in setup, operation, and inspection of complex parts, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and safety.

DUTIES

• Set up and operate large CNC lathes to machine precision components
• Create setup sheets with tooling and work-holding details.
• Create programs for CNC milling and turning centers.
• Utilize drawings and CAD models to support program development
• Utilize Mastercam software to produce programs.
• Support process optimization and machine utilization with updates as necessary.
• Provide input on process decisions and strategies.
• Experience performing full set-ups, program edits, and holding tolerances as tight as +/- .0001"
• Complete understanding of machine control management, including mastering of all machine code terminology, usage, along with macro programming usage.
• Awareness of cutting tool technology, to support application optimization.
• Complete understanding and awareness of inspection measurement tools
• Complete understanding of work-holding strategies and usage
• Ability to communicate application status both to department team to shop level associates, in terms of application status, issues, and requirements.
• Trouble-shooting skills and ability to think critically.
• Ability to read blueprints and update paperwork neatly, accurately, and in an organized manner.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards

REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of CNC lathe machining experience preferred
• Experience with large diameter turning strongly preferred.
• Ability to work with large, heavy components safely
• Experience machining steel, stainless, alloys, and cast materials
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Solid background in CAM techniques.
• Understanding of geometric construction, working drawings, and engineering terms and standards.
• Proficient in the current release of SolidWorks and Mastercam.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus and distinguish color.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
• Follow Company safety rules.
• Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

PERSONAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn