Precision Turning Setup Specialist — Okuma LB Series

Atlas Fibre; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Fibre Company in Northbrook, Illinois is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Setup Operator for the second shift to set up and run Okuma LB3000 and LB4000 lathes. You will make offsets, perform tool changes, read engineering drawings, and inspect parts to ensure they meet specifications.

The ideal candidate is dependable and detail-oriented, with solid experience on CNC lathes and precision measurement tools. Join our second-shift manufacturing team and contribute to high-quality production.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes.
• Hands-on with Okuma LB3000 and LB4000 lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to make offsets and perform tool changes.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable, punctual and serious about work.
• Available to work second shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Okuma LB3000 and LB4000 CNC lathes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Make machine and tooling offsets as needed.
• Change cutting tools when necessary.
• Inspect completed parts to confirm they meet drawing requirements.
• Use precision measuring and inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, drop indicators, height gauges, and thread gauges.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail throughout the machining process.
• Arrive on time and complete assigned work responsibly.

Skills

CNC Lathe Setup

Reading Drawings

Offsets & Tool Changes

Precision Measurement

Dependable & Punctual

Tools

Okuma LB3000/LB4000

Micrometers

Calipers

Height Gauges

Drop Indicators/Thread Gauges

Job description

Company: Atlas Fibre Company

Location: Northbrook, Illinois

Shift: Second Shift

Position Summary

Atlas Fibre Company is looking for an experienced CNC Lathe Setup Operator to join our second-shift manufacturing team. This position is responsible for setting up and operating Okuma LB3000 and LB4000 lathes, making necessary offsets and tool changes, and inspecting completed parts to ensure they meet drawing requirements.

The ideal candidate is dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and takes their work seriously.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Okuma LB3000 and LB4000 CNC lathes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Make machine and tooling offsets as needed
• Change cutting tools when necessary
• Inspect completed parts to confirm they meet drawing requirements
• Use precision measuring and inspection tools, including:
  • Micrometers
  • Calipers
  • Drop indicators
  • Height gauges
  • Thread gauges
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail throughout the machining process
• Arrive on time and complete assigned work responsibly

Qualifications

• Previous experience setting up and operating CNC lathes
• Hands-on experience with Okuma LB3000 and/or Okuma LB4000 lathes
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to make offsets and perform tool changes
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and thread gauges
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable, punctual, and serious about work
• Available to work second shift

You Should Be Proficient In

• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Turning Lathe
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Okuma)