CNC Lathe Setup Machinist – 4‑Day Week (Lights‑Out)

Zaniboni Lighting Co.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaniboni Lighting Co. in Clearwater, FL is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to set up jobs on Okuma CNC Lathes with sub-spindle and live tooling, including lights-out overnight runs.

You will install fixtures, manage G-code, verify tool offsets, and perform first-article inspections. The role requires 3+ years of hands-on CNC lathe setup, GD&T interpretation, and familiarity with Okuma controls; a CNC Machining Technologies certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on CNC lathe setup and operation experience.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T.
• Strong working knowledge of Okuma Lathe controls.

Responsibilities

• Install and align workholding fixtures, chucks, collets, and cutting tools.
• Load, verify, and edit G-code or control programs at the machine.
• Set tool registers, establish work coordinates, and adjust feeds and speeds.
• Perform first-article inspections using precision instruments like micrometers and calipers.
• Diagnose and resolve machining, tooling, or dimensional issues during production runs.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T

Machining experience

Education

CNC Machining Technologies certificate

Tools

Okuma Lathe controls

G-code editing

Job description

Zaniboni Lighting Co. in Clearwater, FL is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to set up jobs on Okuma CNC Lathes with sub-spindle and live tooling, including lights-out overnight runs.

You will install fixtures, manage G-code, verify tool offsets, and perform first-article inspections. The role requires 3+ years of hands-on CNC lathe setup, GD&T interpretation, and familiarity with Okuma controls; a CNC Machining Technologies certificate is preferred.