About the role
Pay: $22.00 to $32.00 per hour
Description
The Lathe Operator to support complex turning operations for precision ball screw manufacturing. This role requires expertise in CNC programming, process planning, and precision machining of high-tolerance components. The ideal candidate will understand how outside processing operations affect part geometry and will develop machining strategies accordingly.
Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and turning centers for precision component manufacturing
Develop complete machining processes from print review through final inspection
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and customer specifications
Plan machining operations to compensate for dimensional changes caused by heat treating, coating, grinding, and other outside processing
Establish workholding methods and tooling strategies for complex precision parts
Create and optimize CNC programs to maximize efficiency and repeatability
Perform in-process inspections and final dimensional verification
Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues
Work closely with engineering and quality teams on new product introduction and process improvement
Maintain setup documentation, tooling records, and process standards
Mentor junior machinists and assist with technical training
Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Strong understanding of CNC programming and process development
Experience machining tight-tolerance precision components
Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
Knowledge of material movement and dimensional change from outside processing operations
Experience with precision inspection equipment and measurement techniques
Minimum Competencies: · 5+ years of advanced CNC turning experience in precision manufacturing
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
· Ability to independently manage setups, programming, and process validation
Ball screw, aerospace, or high-precision manufacturing experience preferred