Machinist & Lathe Programmer

SST Direct; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking an experienced Machinist & Lathe Programmer to join their team in Morgantown, PA. In this role, you will program, set up, and operate CNC Lathe machines, producing complex parts to design specifications while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate must have strong programming skills, experience with CNC and conventional machines, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair machines. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with pay ranging from $30 to $35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have solid technical training and experience.
• Experience working on conventional or CNC lathes is required.
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate Lathe machines.
• Machining and producing complex parts to tight tolerances.
• Guide and train machine operators.

Skills

Strong programming skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to troubleshoot

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Machine operation experience

Trade/technical school training

Tools

CNC machines

Lathe machines

Job description

DIRECT HIRE

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Machinist & Lathe Programmer to join a dynamic team. As a CNC Machinist/Programmer, you will be responsible for programming, setting up and operating Lathe machines within established standards. This position is responsible for machining and producing complex parts on CNC machines to tight tolerance design specifications in an accurate and timely manner. Strong programming skills are a must. You will study blueprints/drawings and sample parts to determine part dimensions, tolerances, and best sequence of operations needed to machine parts. Strong analytical and communication skills are required with the ability to troubleshoot issues. Ability to maintain and repair Lathes is required.

Location: Morgantown, PA.

Pay Range: $30/hr – $35/hr.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Hours may be adjusted to 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM as business needs change).

Essential Functions

• Perform necessary adjustments, attachments, and assemblies according to setup instructions.
• Manipulate controls and enter commands into the index cutting tool to specify a set point.
• Observe and listen to machine operation to detect malfunctions.
• Adjust machine feed and speed, and change cutters to machine parts according to specifications when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.
• Machine materials – steel, aluminum, titanium, plastic, silicon, and other materials.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and maintain a drug‑free workplace.
• Set up various machines to be run by machine operators.
• Guide and train operators on processes needed to maintain high quality and production requirements.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Technical Capacity
• Customer/Client Focus

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel

This position requires minimal to no travel.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Must be able to work well independently and in a team-oriented setting. Solid technical training, experience, and a stable work history are vital for this role.
• Must be able to set up and perform work with minimal assistance while maintaining a clean work area.
• Must be safety‑conscious, ethical, and eager to learn and grow with the company.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Machine operation experience and/or trade/technical school training.
• Experience working on conventional machines or 2‑ or 4‑axis CNC lathes, various metals, and plastics.

Additional Information

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