CNC Lathe Machinist Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Ponchatoula (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Northshore, LA is seeking a reliable CNC Lathe Machinist Operator to support daily manufacturing operations.

You will read blueprints and set up CNC lathe machines, determine sequence of operations, and maintain strict quality and safety standards in a 4‑day workweek (7:00 AM–5:30 PM) with rotating day/night shifts and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read mills and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team-oriented and able to work with plant leadership, engineers, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and manuals.
• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines.
• Determine sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Maintain quality and safety standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

CNC Lathe Machinist Operator – Northshore, LA
Pay: $19/hour (up to $24 DOE)
Schedule: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM | 4-day workweek
Shifts: Rotating day/night every 3 months + overtime opportunities

Overview:
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented CNC Lathe Machinist Operator to support daily manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and manuals

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines

• Determine sequence of operations and setup requirements

• Maintain quality and safety standards

Qualifications:

• Ability to read mills and blueprints

• Strong attention to detail

• Team-oriented and able to work with plant leadership, engineers, and coworkers