CNC Lathe Operator

The Technology & Manufacturing Association; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

The Technology & Manufacturing Association is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator for the Geneva, Illinois facility. The 2nd shift role focuses on operating Swiss CNC or CNC multi-turret lathes and performing initial and in-process inspections to ensure part quality.

Responsibilities include handling setup, material loading, and removing scrap, with strict adherence to workmanship standards and safety procedures. Prior Swiss CNC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years machine operating experience; Swiss CNC experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow workmanship standards.
• Willingness to perform inspection and quality control tasks throughout production.

Responsibilities

• Operate Swiss CNC/Multi-Turret Lathe and perform first part inspection.
• Inspect parts during production and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Load material, set up tooling, and monitor for quality and safety.
• Record work orders and move tickets; follow safety standards.
• Identify nonconforming parts and communicate issues.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd Shift Jobs - Geneva, Illinois (IL)

CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd Shift - Job Description

General Description:

General operation of the production machines such as SWISS or CNC Multi-Turret Lathes when necessary. Responsible for first inspection and inspection during production.

Responsibilities: (50% Operating, 40% Inspecting, 10% Other)

• Use micrometers, calipers, pin gages, comparator and various other inspection equipment appropriately
• Turn on machine. Inspect for obvious problems. Inspect first part off at startup of machine.
• Check for Proper Material and Size before loading into Machine.
• Load Material into vises as required, making sure all chips have been cleaned out of clamping areas before tightly securing vise jaws
• Operate machine watching and listening for possible problems. (I.e. Loud noises, unusual sounds, broken or worn tooling etc.)
• Ability to understand and modify tool offsets
• Inspect and replace broken/worn tooling. Ability to touch off newly installed tooling
• Ability to meet or exceed production rates stated on work order
• Read, understand information in workmanship standards and part drawings
• Fill out appropriate sections of work order
• Perform and document S&R inspection procedures when appropriate (SPC charts, work orders, move tickets)
• Identify nonconforming product or material
• Wash tools and return to storage area
• Complete the preventative maintenance check list
• Know and follow safety standards
• Move parts to next operation
• Remove scrap
• Help with set-up operations
• Other duties as required

Physical and Visual Activities:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, visual acuity-far/near depth perception, field of vision and accommodation.

Physical Demands:

• Lift up to 75 pounds

Job Qualification Requirements:

• Knowledge
• High school graduate or equivalent; reading, basic math, blueprint reading
• Experience
• 1-2 year machine operating experience. Swiss CNC Experience or CNC Multi-Turret Lathe
• If no Experience then Training Period: 3 months to a year
• Information/Directions
• Written and verbal work instructions, workmanship standards book (engineer drawings), quality control documentation (work orders, move tickets)