CNC Lathe Operator I — Precision Machining, Day Shift

Kaplan International; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyce/Dayton Corp. is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator I for the day shift in the Portland, IN area. This role requires working to tight tolerances and safely manufacturing parts that meet quality requirements.

You will read process sheets and blueprints, set up tooling, monitor machine performance, and perform basic equipment maintenance while cross-training on other machinery to support production cycles.

Qualifications

• Highschool 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.
• Experience using steady rest.
• Able to perform machine set up and tooling installation.
• Basic understanding of equipment and processes in the area of responsibility.
• Ability to read precision measuring equipment.
• Basic blueprint reading skills, programming knowledge or experience, set-up capabilities, tooling knowledge, understanding of feeds and speeds.
• Basic knowledge of products and fixturing.

Responsibilities

• Work to close tolerances (.0002”).
• Machine metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Inspect parts during production using precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor and maintain machine fluid levels.
• Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining requirements.
• Edit pre-written programs with supervision when necessary.
• Edit program for process improvements and troubleshooting.
• Mount work pieces in chuck or fixtures.
• Select and install tooling in sequence specified on process sheet.
• Observe control displays to verify dimensions, feeds, speeds.
• Override program as needed for machine performance.
• Inspect first run and spot check subsequent pieces.
• Study job packets and organize materials to reduce cycle time.
• Pre-set tools before positioning them in lathe.
• Set up and operate another machine tool during cycles.
• Set up and operate CNC machines using set-up sheets and instructions.
• Utilize inspection instruments to check work per print.
• Possess knowledge of cutting tools and speeds/feeds.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and cross-train on other machinery.

Skills

CNC Lathe experience

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Mechanical aptitude

Programming knowledge/experience

Feeds and speeds understanding

Basic tool setup

Quality inspection

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Job description

Joyce/Dayton Corp. is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator I for the day shift in the Portland, IN area. This role requires working to tight tolerances and safely manufacturing parts that meet quality requirements.

You will read process sheets and blueprints, set up tooling, monitor machine performance, and perform basic equipment maintenance while cross-training on other machinery to support production cycles.