Precision Lathe Setup & CMM Operator

100Hires, Inc.; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. seeks a skilled CNC Machine Operator to set up turning centers, read programs, and verify parts with CMM when needed.

You will fixture parts, align tooling, monitor wear, and adjust offsets to maintain tight tolerances. The role requires 3–5 years of CNC setup experience, strong quality focus, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years CNC setup experience and/or training.
• Ability to set up and operate CNC machining centers (turning focus).
• Read and comprehend simple instructions and memos; use English and metric units.
• Maintain safety and quality while meeting production targets.

Responsibilities

• Read programs, spot errors, set up turning machine centers, and perform offsets.
• Fixture with confidence: select appropriate workholding and secure workpieces.
• Load, secure, and preset tools; monitor tool wear and life systems.
• Operate machines, observe cutting and adjust to maintain process control.
• Inspect to spec using predetermined inspection cycle and report non-conformities.
• Complete quality and production records; keep work area safe and organized.

Skills

CNC setup

Turning centers

CMM inspection

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)

Job description

Join Us to Build Precision PartsIf you thrive on getting parts right the first time, love dialing in offsets on turning centers, and are comfortable validating results on a CMM, this role is for you.Your ImpactOwn the setup: read programs, spot errors, set up turning machine centers, and perform offsets.Fixture with confidence: select appropriate workholding and secure workpieces in the CNC.Tooling excellence: load, secure, and preset tools; monitor tool wear/breakage and leverage tool-life systems.Run and refine: operate machines, observe cutting, and adjust to maintain process control.Inspect to spec: compare completed parts to blueprints using metric measurements per the predetermined inspection cycle.Hold the line on quality: immediately alert the lead about any non-compliant parts before proceeding.Document rigorously: complete quality and production control records accurately.Keep it moving: repeat operations to fulfill job orders; install new tooling and adjust tool/program offsets as needed.Communicate issues: notify the lead of unusual machine, tooling, or part conditions.Maintain safely: perform basic machine maintenance and follow all safety procedures.Verify on CMM: set up and run existing CMM programs to confirm critical features.Finish right: deburr thoroughly and apply best practices to edge finishing.Step in when needed: perform general Machine Operator tasks.What You BringHigh school diploma or GED; 3–5 years of related CNC setup experience and/or training, or equivalent.Demonstrated ability to set up and operate CNC machining centers (turning focus).Language: read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write short correspondence; present clearly in small groups.Math: add, subtract, multiply, divide; work in English and Metric units and convert between them.Reasoning: carry out detailed, uncomplicated directions; solve problems with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.Computer: basic PC skills.Work Environment**Working conditions **Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. However, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Physical Demands**Physical requirements**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, hear, speak, view processes and surrounding environment, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.