CNC Lathe Machinist - Setup - 1st Shift

Babbitting Services, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tool loan program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Babbitting Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate Fanuc-controlled lathes. The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing experience and the ability to write and edit programs directly at the machine control.

You will manage tooling, offsets, and work holding, inspect parts to tight tolerances, and help maintain quality in a high-mix shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years manufacturing or equivalent experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
• Ability to write/edit CNC programs at the machine control.
• Reading drawings, GD&T, and tolerances to spec.
• Proficient with inspection tools and measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes for production parts.
• Write and modify CNC programs at the control panel.
• Manage tooling, offsets, and work holding devices.
• Inspect parts and address machining issues to meet spec.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area.

Skills

CNC Lathe Machinist

Set up and operate CNC lathes

Program write/edit at machine control

Tooling, work holding, offsets

Inspection & QA

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Fanuc controls CNC Lathe

Doosan CNC lathe

DN Solutions CNC lathe

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Description

CNC Lathe Machinist Job Description

We seek an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist with a minimum of 5+years' manufacturing or equivalent experience, to produce machined parts by setting up and operating a Fanuc control CNC Lathe (this is not an entry level position).

This is a hands‑on position for a skilled CNC Lathe Machinist who can independently:

1. Set up and Operate CNC lathes
2. Write and Edit programs at the machine control
3. Manage tooling, work holding, and offsets,
4. Inspect finished parts and identify and correct machining issues.
5. Demonstrated machining ability6. Provide sound judgment, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills

CNC Lathe Machinist Pay Range:

CNC Lathe Machinist Pay Range: $29.00/hour to $36.00/hour DOE

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CNC Lathe Machinist Requirements:

• Shift: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
• Experienced in setting up and operating Doosan and DN Solutions CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
• Ability to write, edit, and adjust CNC programs at the machine control, including making changes for drawing revisions or job requirements.
• Ability to set work and tool offsets, adjust wear offsets, install tooling, and set up work holding, including cutting jaws as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret part drawings, dimensions, tolerances, surface-finish requirements, and GD&T.
• Experience producing precision parts to required specifications and tolerances, commonly around .001" and occasionally as close as .0005".
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauge pins, bore gauges, and other appropriate inspection tools.
• Working knowledge of practical machining math, speeds and feeds, and the ability to make adjustments based on the work being performed.
• Experience with high‑mix, low-volume or job‑shop machining environments.
• Ability to verify first‑run parts, inspect cutting tools and inserts, and make appropriate adjustments or replacements to maintain part quality.
• Ability to identify machining or quality issues and make appropriate corrections as needed.
• Experience uploading and downloading CNC programs to and from a program server.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

CNC Lathe Machinist Benefits:

• 401(k) 401(k) matching
• Profit sharing Dental insurance
• Health insurance Vision insurance
• Paid time off Referral program
• Tool loan program Tuition reimbursement

Requirements

• Previous CNC lathe machining and setup experience with a minimum of 5+years' manufacturing or equivalent experience to sufficiently to perform the position independently.
• Ability to read and interpret part drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and surface-finish requirements.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauge pins, bore gauges, and other appropriate measuring tools.
• Working knowledge of practical machining math.

Preferred Experience

• Doosan and DN Solutions CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
• High‑mix, low-volume or job‑shop machining.
• GD&T knowledge and experience.