CNC Lathe Setup Specialist – 1st Shift (Westford)

CoWorx Staffing Services; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Set-Up Operator in Westford, MA for the 1st shift. This hands-on role focuses on setting up CNC lathes, loading programs, and ensuring tight tolerances in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, verify tooling and revisions, and perform first-piece inspections to guarantee quality. Strong teamwork and independent work abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of CNC lathe setup experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling, and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of shop math, machining calculations, and measurement conversions preferred.
• Ability to perform first-piece inspections and make program or tooling adjustments as needed to ensure product quality and dimensional accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC lathe machines for the production of metallic and non-metallic components in accordance with production requirements and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, travelers, sketches, and engineering specifications to ensure accurate machine setup and operation.
• Load and verify CNC programs for repeat production jobs, ensuring correct revision levels are used.
• Install and adjust tooling, collets, bushings, stock pushers, and related equipment as required for production.
• Adjust machine settings, feeds, speeds, tool offsets, and other parameters to optimize product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Perform first-piece inspections using micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to ensure parts meet dimensional, quality, and customer requirements.
• Provide technical support to machine operators and contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Precision measuring

Independent work

Teamwork

High-volume manufacturing

Machining best practices

Shop math

Inspection skills

Job description

CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Set-Up Operator in Westford, MA for the 1st shift. This hands-on role focuses on setting up CNC lathes, loading programs, and ensuring tight tolerances in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, verify tooling and revisions, and perform first-piece inspections to guarantee quality. Strong teamwork and independent work abilities are essential.