Lead CNC Lathe Machinist – Nakamura Specialist

Ashton North LLC; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC seeks an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist for direct-hire in Connecticut. The role requires setting up and operating CNC lathes, including Nakamura machines, and reading blueprints.

You will determine feeds and speeds, perform first-piece inspections, and support operators in the lathe department while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Five years of experience and strong troubleshooting skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of CNC machine setup experience.
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience with Nakamura equipment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Proficient in selecting and setting tooling and determining feeds and speeds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe equipment, including Nakamura machines.
• Work independently from blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Select, change, and set all required tooling.
• Determine and adjust appropriate feeds and speeds.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.
• Use measuring gauges and inspection tools accurately.
• Ensure the quality of all products produced on assigned machines.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues.
• Train and monitor operators within the department.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area (5S).
• Conduct line walks in the lathe area as directed by supervisor.
• Follow safety policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

blueprint reading

troubleshooting

lean fundamentals

independent worker

Tools

Nakamura machine

gauges/inspection tools

Job description

Ashton North LLC seeks an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist for direct-hire in Connecticut. The role requires setting up and operating CNC lathes, including Nakamura machines, and reading blueprints.

You will determine feeds and speeds, perform first-piece inspections, and support operators in the lathe department while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Five years of experience and strong troubleshooting skills are required.