Manual Lathe Operator

AWC Frac; Wellington, Northern (CO, KY); Ibrido; USD 30.000 - 44.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive hourly wage

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 2%

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Training and career advancement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Team-oriented work environment

Descrizione del lavoro

AWC Frac, based in the United States, is seeking a skilled Manual Lathe Operator for a full-time, onsite role. The position focuses on traditional manual machining, reading blueprints, and producing high-quality parts without CNC involvement.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of hands-on lathe experience, strong measurement skills, and the ability to work independently in a production setting. Competitive wages, benefits, and career advancement opportunities accompany this role.

Competenze

• 1 to 3 years hands-on experience operating manual lathes.
• Capable of reading blueprints and making precise adjustments.
• Experience with grinders and other manual shop equipment preferred.
• Basic computer skills for time tracking or data entry only, not programming.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.

Mansioni

• Operate manual machine tools including engine lathes.
• Set up machines and perform all adjustments manually including speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job specifications.
• Select tooling, materials, and machining methods without automated programming.
• Measure and inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Monitor machine performance and make real time manual adjustments to ensure quality.
• Maintain and calibrate manual equipment.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean workspace.
• Support team members and assist with shop tasks as needed

Conoscenze

Manual lathe operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Hand tools & setup

Independent work

Strumenti

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Grinders

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title:Manual Lathe Operator (Manual Machining Only)

Job Type:Full-Time | Onsite

Industry:Oil & Gas / Manufacturing

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Manual Lathe Operator with hands on experience using traditional manual horizontal and/or vertical lathes. This role is strictly manual machining and does not involve CNC programming or CNC operation. The ideal candidate has strong experience running manual lathes making precise adjustments by hand, and working from blueprints to produce high quality parts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate manual machine tools including engine lathes.
• Set up machines and perform all adjustments manually including speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job specifications.
• Select tooling, materials, and machining methods without automated programming.
• Measure and inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Monitor machine performance and make real time manual adjustments to ensure quality.
• Maintain and calibrate manual equipment.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean workspace.
• Support team members and assist with shop tasks as needed

Important: This is a manual machining role only. Candidates whose experience is primarily or exclusively CNC will not be considered.

Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years of hands on experience operating manual lathes.
• Strong ability to manually control speeds, feeds, and tool positioning.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and precision measurement.
• Experience with grinders and other manual shop equipment preferred.
• Experience with forklifts and overhead cranes is a plus.
• Basic computer skills for time tracking or data entry only, not machine programming.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently in a production environment.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage with overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Team-oriented work environment

Core Values:

• Safety
• People
• Integrity
• Quality
• Dedication

AWC Indeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.