Precision CNC Lathe Setup Specialist

Acemetal; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

9 Annual Paid Holidays

401k Retirement Plan

Weekly Pay Period

Job summary

Acemetal, a leading sheet metal fabrication and machining company in the Chicagoland area, is looking for a skilled CNC lathe operator. The role focuses on setup, programming with G-code/Mazatrol, and precision turning of stainless steel parts for Midwest OEMs in food processing, packaging, and related industries.

You will work with experienced teams to ensure parts meet exacting tolerances and specifications, utilize inspection tools, and contribute to process improvements in a safety-sensitive

Qualifications

• 4 years minimum experience as a CNC Lathe setup and operator.
• Knowledge of tooling and different applications to apply.
• Ability to do setups required to complete the part, including work holding.
• Ability to calculate speeds and feeds for a variety of materials.
• Must be able to hold tight tolerances. (+/- .0005)
• Proficient at using inspection equipment. (Micrometers, Calipers, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Use blueprints, specifications, job routings, geometric dimensions, and tolerances to plan daily machining.
• Great attention to detail with a goal-driven attitude.
• Ability to detect and trouble shoot problems by taking measurements, adjusting controls, closely monitoring drilling, and cutting.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• This is a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe to produce parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T drawings.
• Calculate speeds, feeds, and tooling selections for various materials.
• Inspect parts using micrometers and calipers to verify tolerances.
• Maintain proper work holding and fixtures during machining.
• Troubleshoot process issues and adjust controls as needed.

Skills

CNC Lathe setup

G-Code

Mazatrol

Blueprint reading

Speeds and feeds

Tight tolerances

Inspection tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Work holding

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Acemetal, a leading sheet metal fabrication and machining company in the Chicagoland area, is looking for a skilled CNC lathe operator. The role focuses on setup, programming with G-code/Mazatrol, and precision turning of stainless steel parts for Midwest OEMs in food processing, packaging, and related industries.

You will work with experienced teams to ensure parts meet exacting tolerances and specifications, utilize inspection tools, and contribute to process improvements in a safety-sensitive