CNC Lathe Operator I — Precision Machining

Kaplan International; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyce/Dayton Corp. in Indiana is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator I to safely and efficiently manufacture parts meeting quality requirements. This hourly, non-exempt role reports to the Production Supervisor and involves setup, operation, and basic program edits.

The ideal candidate will have 1 year of CNC Lathe experience, overhead crane familiarity, and strong mechanical aptitude to support high-quality production while working with blueprints and process sheets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of proven CNC Lathe experience.
• Overhead crane experience.
• Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read precision measuring equipment.
• Basic understanding of feeds and speeds and gearing terminology.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe machines to close tolerances.
• Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining.
• Inspect parts during production using precision measuring instruments.
• Edit pre-written programs with supervision when necessary.
• Set up and operate CNC machines using setup sheets and instructions.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshoot as needed.

Skills

Trustworthiness

Adaptable

Approachable

Curious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Joyce/Dayton Corp. in Indiana is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator I to safely and efficiently manufacture parts meeting quality requirements. This hourly, non-exempt role reports to the Production Supervisor and involves setup, operation, and basic program edits.

The ideal candidate will have 1 year of CNC Lathe experience, overhead crane familiarity, and strong mechanical aptitude to support high-quality production while working with blueprints and process sheets.