Senior CNC Lathe Programmer & Lead Machinist

Hosokawa Micron Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Hosokawa Micron Powder Systems is seeking a Sr. CNC Machinist (Lathe) to operate and program CNC lathes, supervise operators, and manage high-precision turning tasks in Summit, NJ.

The role requires 5+ years CNC experience, G-code proficiency, tool selection, setup to tight tolerances, and strong reading of drawings, with safety and quality as top priorities. The company supports a safe, clean work environment and offers competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 5+ years using CNC including programming, tool selection, setup and operation.
• 3+ years programming in G-Code.
• 3+ years in tooling/cutter selection.
• 1+ year supervising operators.
• Strong mathematical acumen.

Responsibilities

• Write and modify G-Code programs to make parts optimally
• Tool selection including optimum cutting tools, speeds and feed rates
• Setup including multi-axis and tight tolerance (to 0.0001")
• Read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to use inspection tools including calipers and micrometers
• Inspect or provide parts to the QC Inspector for inspection
• Train and support CNC Operators with large quantity runs
• Conduct preventative maintenance on machines
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Skills

CNC programming

G-code programming

Tool selection

Setup and operation

Supervising operators

Reading drawings

Inspection tools (calipers & micromers

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

HAAS lathes

Job description

Hosokawa Micron Powder Systems is seeking a Sr. CNC Machinist (Lathe) to operate and program CNC lathes, supervise operators, and manage high-precision turning tasks in Summit, NJ.

The role requires 5+ years CNC experience, G-code proficiency, tool selection, setup to tight tolerances, and strong reading of drawings, with safety and quality as top priorities. The company supports a safe, clean work environment and offers competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.