CNC LATHE SETUP/OPERATOR

Quest Industries, Inc.; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

SIMPLE IRA with company match

Paid time off

Paternity leave

Paid holidays

Year-end bonus

Climate-controlled facility

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Quest Industries, Inc. in Lapeer, MI is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup/Operator for a full-time, on-site role. You will setup and operate 2-axis and 3-axis CNC lathes, secure tooling and workpieces, adjust offsets, and perform in-process inspections to ensure tight tolerances.

Read blueprints, troubleshoot issues, document production and quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. Experience with tooling or mold-making is preferred; strong attention to detail and safety are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to independently set up and operate 2-axis and 3-axis CNC lathes with sub spindle.
• Capable of simultaneously setting up and operating multiple machines during production.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and job instructions.
• Strong attention to detail to maintain tight tolerances.
• Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting skills.
• CNC machining experience in manufacturing; tooling or mold-making experience preferred.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes (2-axis and 3-axis) and sub spindle configurations.
• Secure tooling and workpieces; adjust offsets; perform in-process inspections.
• Read blueprints and work instructions; troubleshoot issues; document checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and support efficient production.

Skills

2-axis CNC lathe operation

3-axis CNC lathe operation

Precision measurement tools

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

CNC machining experience

Tooling or mold-making experience (pl)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Role Description: The CNC Lathe Setup/Operator is a full-time, on-site position in Lapeer, MI. Responsibilities include setting up and operating CNC lathes, securing tooling and workpieces, adjusting offsets, and performing in-process inspections to maintain tight tolerances and quality standards. Candidates must be able to read blueprints and work instructions, troubleshoot machining issues, perform routine maintenance, document production and quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while supporting efficient production.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently set up and operate 2-axis and 3-axis with sub spindle CNC lathe machines.
• Simultaneously set up and operate a variety of machines throughout various stages of production.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and company procedures.
• CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment; tooling or mold-making experience preferred.
• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to quality.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, job stability, consistent full-time hours, and overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off, paternity leave, paid holidays, and a year-end bonus
• Clean, climate-controlled facility and a friendly, team-oriented work environment