Machine Setter/Operator - Conventional Lathe

Location: Hosur Industrial Estate (RENK Company)
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type: Contract (with possibility of full-time hire)
Accommodation: Provided near the company premises
Transportation: Candidate must use own vehicle

Responsibilities

• Study and interpret engineering drawings of RENK products (gear units, shafts, couplings, transmission parts) with attention to tolerances, finishes, and GD&T requirements.
• Identify, select, and set up appropriate tooling and fixtures for machining.
• Operate conventional lathe for turning, boring, threading, and facing of large precision components.
• Conduct in-process and final measurements using precision metrology instruments (micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial gauges, height gauges).
• Perform rework on parts by adjusting machine settings if dimensions deviate.
• Maintain job cards, production logs, and inspection records for traceability.
• Carry out basic preventive maintenance: lubrication, coolant checks, and alignment verification.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Handle raw material, semi-finished, and finished parts; ensure proper scrap disposal.
• Collaborate with quality and design teams for issue resolution and process improvements.

Requirements

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical or equivalent.
• 2–4 years’ experience in conventional lathe operation.
• Strong ability to read complex engineering drawings with GD&T.
• Proficiency in metrology and inspection methods.
• Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and shop-floor safety.
• Discipline in maintaining production and inspection documentation.

Job Types: Full-time, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided