CNC Lathe Operator

Gemini Group, Inc.; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Muscle Shoals, Alabama is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator to set up and operate lathe machines. The role includes reading blueprints, performing machining operations, and ensuring product quality through inspections. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, motor coordination, and familiarity with CNC machines. This is a full-time position that requires detail-oriented individuals who can multitask effectively.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and work instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Knowledgeable of CNC and manual machines used to manufacture tooling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathe machine for machining operations.
• Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of parts.
• Communicate with individuals associated with the production of each job.

Skills

Motor coordination

Manual & finger dexterity

Organization skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring devices

Job description

Overview

Title: CNC Lathe Operator

Reports To: Production Manager

Status: Full Time/Hourly Non-Exempt (40 hours/week; additional hours as needed to support organization and individual goals)

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Motor coordination, manual & finger dexterity
• Overhead Crane License
• Industrial Truck License
• Ability to read and interpret documents
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, etc.)
• Knowledgeable of CNC and manual machines used to manufacture tooling
• Organization skills
• Computer skills

Job Summary

Set up and operate lathe machine to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing and threading parts by performing the essential job functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of parts to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements
• Retrieve CNC program from DNC computer
• Insert work piece into chuck or other holding device
• Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic tool change magazine in sequence specified on process sheet
• Operation of CNC Lathe: depress buttons, toggles, etc. and start machining operation
• Perform dry run and observe numerical displays on control panel and compare with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts
• Adjust dials and switches to override CNC program and correct machine performance as necessary
• Study job packet and organize materials for next run during automatic cycles to shorten change over time
• Set up and operate another machine tool during CNC controlled machining cycles as necessary
• Communicate with individuals associated with the production of each job
• Perform and document specified inspection criteria
• Identify and communicate any suspect and/or non-conforming product to the appropriate supervisor
• Complete any necessary non-conforming product paperwork
• Deliver non-conforming product to designated area
• Scan on and off of all jobs ran during shift for costing analysis
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures and work instructions
• Perform necessary machine maintenance at specified intervals
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively with others
• Ability to calculate figures
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint specifications
• Ability to use appropriate measuring devices and any equipment associated with job