CNC Lathe Machinist / Setup Operator

Firman Solutions; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Firman Solutions seeks an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathe equipment, inspect parts, and troubleshoot machining issues to uphold quality production.

You will read blueprints, select tooling, collaborate with engineering to improve cycle times, and perform first-piece inspections per FAI. Familiarity with ISO/AS9100 standards is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection.
• Understanding of first-piece inspection and machining quality standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO and AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines; operate multiple machines when needed.
• Select and procure required tooling and maintain tooling availability.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve cycle times, reduce tool wear, and minimize burrs.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Perform first-piece inspections before submitting parts for formal FAI.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Ensure required gauges and inspection tools are available at workstations.
• Troubleshoot CNC machine issues and follow ISO and AS9100 quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

CNC lathe operation

Inspection gauges

Job description

Seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathe equipment, perform part inspections, troubleshoot machining issues, and ensure quality production standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines; operate multiple machines when needed.
• Select and procure required tooling and maintain tooling availability.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve cycle times, reduce tool wear, and minimize burrs.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Perform first-piece inspections before submitting parts for formal FAI.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Ensure required gauges and inspection tools are available at workstations.
• Troubleshoot CNC machine issues and follow ISO and AS9100 quality standards.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection.
• Understanding of first-piece inspection and machining quality standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO and AS9100 standards.