Precision Lathe Machinist: Manual Setup & Ops

Piping-Technology-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

PT&P in Houston seeks a Lathe Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain a manual lathe (Bridgeport or similar) to machine metal parts according to specifications. You will ensure parts meet quality, safety, and dimensional requirements while supporting production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include selecting tooling, reading drawings, performing turning, facing, drilling, threading, measuring with calipers and micrometers, and maintaining a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manual lathe machining experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T symbols, and machining drawings.
• Strong knowledge of manual machining principles and feeds/speeds.
• Good communication and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a lathe machine and related manual machining equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering drawings.
• Select and install tooling, cutting speeds, and feeds for each job.
• Machine parts to precise tolerances using manual controls.
• Measure finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
• Verify parts meet dimensional and surface-finish requirements.

Skills

Lathe machining

Blueprint reading

GDT symbols

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Pre-employment screenings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bridgeport lathe

Job description

PT&P in Houston seeks a Lathe Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain a manual lathe (Bridgeport or similar) to machine metal parts according to specifications. You will ensure parts meet quality, safety, and dimensional requirements while supporting production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include selecting tooling, reading drawings, performing turning, facing, drilling, threading, measuring with calipers and micrometers, and maintaining a