CNC Machine Operator

Rust Belt Recruiting; Youngstown (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Operator to join their team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves setting up and operating CNC lathe equipment to perform various machining operations, including turning, boring, and threading. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience and a solid understanding of blueprints and tolerances. If you are passionate about precision machining and want to contribute to high-quality production, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy a flexible schedule and competitive pay while working in a supportive and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• 4 years of CNC lathe operation experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and hold tolerances to .001”.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe equipment for machining operations.
• Choose correct tools to achieve desired product finish.

Skills

Conversational Programming

Identifying speeds and feeds on alloys

Calculating using fractions and decimals

Reading and interpreting blueprints

Using micrometers, verniers, calipers

4 jaw chuck setup

Familiarity with cutting tools

Safe handling of hand tools

Education

4 years’ experience running CNC lathes

Experience in cutting metals and welds

Tools

CNC lathe equipment

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Hand trucks

Job description

Job Title: CNC Lathe Operator

Pay: $25-$27+/hr (depending on experience)

Shift: Off Shift, 4-10's schedule (3pm-1am, Monday-Thursday) ability to have flexible start time, willing to adjust schedule to your needs.

Location: Austintown, OH

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC lathe equipment
• Operate lathes to perform a series of machining operations such as turning, boring, threading, facing, grinding, drilling, and tapering on round bars
• Operate hand tools as needed in a safe and efficient manner
• May need to operate overhead crane, forklift, and/or hand trucks as necessary
• Choose correct tools to achieve desired product finish, based on material and other specifications
• Read and understand drawings, and be able to hold tolerances to .001” required
• Be able to properly utilize measuring tools such as a tape measure, micrometer, vernier, or caliper

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 4 years’ experience running CNC lathes
• Experienced in cutting a variety of metals and welds preferred
• Experienced in turning, drilling, boring, and threading both internal and external

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use Conversational Programming required
• Ability to identify speeds and feeds on different alloys required
• Ability to calculate using fractions and decimals as well as identify radii required
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints, schematics, etc. required
• Ability to properly use micrometers, verniers, calipers, and tape measure to determine tolerances required
• Experienced in a 4 jaw chuck setup preferred
• Familiarity with cutting tools, their applications and uses, and other tools associated with lathing equipment and machine work
• Familiarity with required hand tools, their applications and uses, and safe handling requirements
• Lifting requirements: Up to 50 lbs