Key Responsibilities
Set-Up:
Prepare and set up CNC lathe machines, install chucks, tool blocks, and tooling, and establish zero and reference points.
Operation:
Load raw materials, run test pieces, and manage full production cycles for turning, boring, facing, and threading operations.
Programming & Adjustments:
Read blueprints, interpret mechanical drawings, and make basic program or tool offset adjustments (wear and geometry) to maintain tolerances.
Quality Control:
Inspect finished workpieces using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Maintenance & Safety:
Perform daily preventative maintenance, keep the work area clean, and adhere to workplace safety standards
Experience:
Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in setting up and operating CNC lathe/turning machines
Education:
Vocational certification, or equivalent mechanical background