CNC Lathe Operator - Precision Machining, Flexible Schedule

Alicat Scientific; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alicat Scientific has an opening for a CNC Lathe Operator in Tucson, AZ. The role involves setting up, operating and monitoring CNC lathes to produce precision parts per blueprints. Responsibilities include loading materials, tooling, offsets, running cycles and inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers.

Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years in CNC turning, read engineering drawings and understand G-code/M-code. On-site position with a strong emphasis on safety and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical training or apprenticeship is preferred.
• Experience: Ideally 1–3+ years of experience in manufacturing, specifically with CNC turning equipment.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD designs. Basic understanding of G-code/M-code and tool offsets.
• Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in basic math.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Safely operate CNC lathes to perform tasks such as turning, boring, threading, and facing.
• Setup: Perform machine setups, including loading programs, setting tools, tool touch-offs, and changing jaws or collets.
• Quality Inspection: Measure parts using precision tools (micrometers, calipers) to ensure compliance with blueprint tolerances.
• Adjustments: Monitor machine output and adjust tool offsets, speeds, and feeds to correct for wear or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Maintenance & Cleanliness: Perform daily maintenance (lubrication, coolant checks) and keep the machine and work area clean.
• Safety Adherence: Wear required PPE (safety glasses, steel-toed boots) and follow all safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

G-code

Job description

Alicat Scientific has an opening for a CNC Lathe Operator in Tucson, AZ. The role involves setting up, operating and monitoring CNC lathes to produce precision parts per blueprints. Responsibilities include loading materials, tooling, offsets, running cycles and inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers.

Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years in CNC turning, read engineering drawings and understand G-code/M-code. On-site position with a strong emphasis on safety and maintenance.