Machine Operator

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and set up manual/CNC lathe machines, including tooling, work-holding, and part alignment per engineering specifications.
• Interpret blueprints and use precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) for in-process and final part inspections.
• Monitor machining operations, troubleshoot deviations, perform tool offsets, and ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Conduct part finishing (deburring, chamfering), routine machine maintenance, and report malfunctions or tooling issues.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and complete accurate production and quality documentation.
  

Requirements

• 1+ years of hands-on experience operating lathe machines in a manufacturing setup, with familiarity in working on various materials like steel, aluminum, and plastics.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T for accurate part production.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges) to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic math proficiency (fractions, decimals, geometry), and effective troubleshooting skills.
• Safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.