Precision Lathe Machinist (Mazak) Expert

Design Hire LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC is seeking a Machinist to produce accurate, high-quality metal components in a precision manufacturing environment with hands-on setup, machining, inspection, and problem solving.

The role focuses on setting up and operating lathes, running Mazak machinery, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through careful measurement and inspection. The team emphasizes safety and quality in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Experience as a machinist in metal manufacturing or machine shop.
• Experience operating lathes is required.
• Mazak experience preferred.
• Mazak traversal programming or control experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of precision machining, measurements, tolerances, and part inspection.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Comfortable using hand tools and inspection gauges.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathe equipment to produce parts according to drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Run Mazak machinery using Mazatrol controls to support production and custom machining needs.
• Measure, inspect, and verify completed parts to maintain tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Use hand tools, gauges, and shop equipment to complete machining, deburring, and finishing tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area while following safety, quality, and production procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Tools

Mazak machinery

Mazatrol controls

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Design Hire LLC is seeking a Machinist to produce accurate, high-quality metal components in a precision manufacturing environment with hands-on setup, machining, inspection, and problem solving.

The role focuses on setting up and operating lathes, running Mazak machinery, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through careful measurement and inspection. The team emphasizes safety and quality in a fast-paced shop.