CNC Lathe Operator - Level 2

Timken; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

9 paid holidays per year

Parental leave

Education expenses reimbursement

Job summary

Timken in Morganton, NC is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator to set up, program, and operate CNC lathes to produce high-quality components per engineering specs. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, adjusting speeds/feeds, performing first-part inspections, and ensuring ISO compliance.

The role offers day shift, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, are 18+, and can work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in the US.
• Willing to work required overtime.
• Strong mechanical skills are preferred.
• Basic knowledge of machining procedures is a plus.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, and perform basic math (decimals and fractions).

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Set up and secure fixtures, cutting tools, materials, and machine attachments, including mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• Adjust machining parameters such as speed, feed rate, coolant flow, and cutting depth/angle, or modify CNC programs as necessary.
• Perform minor programming adjustments as needed (less than 50% of the time).
• Ensure all required components are available before starting production.
• Initiate and monitor machine operations, troubleshoot and correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Conduct first-part inspections to verify compliance with specifications.
• Measure pockets, notches, counterbores, and grooves to ensure accuracy.

Skills

CNC Lathe

Blueprint reading

Machining

Measuring tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Morganton, North Carolina, United States, 28655

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countriesand start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Your Career at Timken

If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look at Timken. Our employees make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the equipment that keeps industy in motion.

Location: Timken, American Roller Bearing, Morganton, NC.

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day Shift

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Overtime requirements

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay.
• Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Benefits start on first day of employment.
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan.
• 9 paid holidays per year plus vacation.
• Paid parental leave at one year of service.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Education expenses are reimbursement.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Position Summary:

The CNC Lathe Operator is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC Lathes to machine high-quality components according to engineering specifications.This role requires a strong understanding of machining processes, attention to detail, and the ability to make programming adjustments as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Set up and secure fixtures, cutting tools, materials, and machine attachments, including mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• Adjust machining parameters such as speed, feed rate, coolant flow, and cutting depth/angle, or modify CNC programs as necessary.
• Perform minor programming adjustments as needed (less than 50% of the time).
• Ensure all required components (rolls, pins, cones, etc.) are available before starting production.
• Initiate and monitor machine operations, troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Conduct first-part inspections to verify compliance with specifications.
• Measure all pockets, notches, counterbores, and grooves of finished components to ensure accuracy.
• Operate machines daily to produce high-quality components efficiently while maintaining safety and productivity standards.
• Adhere to ISO guidelines and accurately complete all required computer system functions.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring machines are free from metal shavings and debris.
• Follow all company safety protocols, including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.
• Perform additional tasks assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Must be willing to work required overtime.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong mechanical skills.
• Basic knowledge of machining procedures .
• Able to read and interpret show drawings, follow routers, use simple math to perform basic calculations (plus decimals and fractions), use basic handheld measuring tools.

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

All employee are required to wear protective eyewear, and slip resistant, steel-toed shoes at all times while on the plant floor.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025. We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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