Night Shift Lathe Operator – Precision Machining

Mersen; Greenville (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

401K/Roth

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Mersen in Michigan seeks a Manufacturing Machinist specializing in manual lathe operations to turn, face, and finish precision parts.

You will read blueprints, set up machines, load materials, adjust speeds, and run test pieces to ensure conformity to specifications. You will inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, maintain records, and uphold safety.

A High School Diploma is preferred; join a company that values learning and teamwork in a cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in manual lathe operation and tooling setup.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T to verify parts.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand specifications of the tasks at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings etc.
• Configure machines by loading raw materials, installing necessary tools, and adjusting machine parameters (speed, feed, tool settings) based on job specifications.
• Prepare test runs to check if the machines product outputs are according to specifications.
• Continuously inspect parts for compliance with specifications using measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Prepare and operate Manual Lathes.
• Keep accurate records of machine settings, parts produced, and any adjustments made during the production process.
• Enthusiasm to continually learn new skills and techniques
• Maintain cleanliness in work area
• Always promotes and emphasizes safety

Skills

Manual Lathe Techniques

Read blueprints & drawings

GD&T understanding

Mathematical calculations

Decimals & fractions handling

Measuring tools usage

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mersen in Michigan seeks a Manufacturing Machinist specializing in manual lathe operations to turn, face, and finish precision parts.

You will read blueprints, set up machines, load materials, adjust speeds, and run test pieces to ensure conformity to specifications. You will inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, maintain records, and uphold safety.

A High School Diploma is preferred; join a company that values learning and teamwork in a cross-functional environment.