Lathe/Mill (Setup) Operator

Automatic Products Corporation; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Job summary

Automatic Products Corporation in Garland, Texas, is seeking Full Time Lathe/Mill Setup Operators. You will oversee machining operations, set up CNC FANUC controls for 3–5 axis machines, read engineering drawings, and ensure precise tool offsets and GD&T interpretation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of hands-on CNC milling experience, strong math skills, and good communication. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on CNC mill experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with FANUC controls and G-code programming.
• Strong math skills for setup calculations.
• Good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate machining operations and activities.
• Troubleshoot issues and resolve them promptly.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Set up/operate CNC FANUC controls with precision.
• Set tool offsets accurately and read/interpret drawings.
• Plan machining processes from work orders and specs.
• Interpret GD&T and blueprints for tolerances.
• Read and edit programs as needed.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines.

Skills

CNC milling setup

FANUC controls

G-code

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Mathematics (geometry, trig)

5-axis CNC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Job description

Full Time positions for Lathe/Mill Setup Operators

Functions:

• Oversee and coordinate machining operations and activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Be able to setup/operate CNC FANUC control.
• Precise setting of all tool offsets.
• Must have mathematical skills for calculating set-up requirements, including basic math, geometry and trigonometry.
• Set up and operate machines with little supervision.
• Able to read and understand Engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Able to plan machining process, study work orders, drawings, materials, specifications, and machine capabilities.
• Interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) and read drawings.
• Must be familiar with G-Code machine language.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on machines.

Qualifications:

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Previous experience in plant operations or other related fields.
• Familiarity with plant tools and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to oversee physical workload.
• 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC Horizontal setup.
• Knowledge of FANUC controls.
• Functional and Technical skills.
• Read and edit programs.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in CNC mill machining

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, 401k, etc.)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment and modern facilities