CNC Lathe Setup and Deburring Specialist

Role Snapshot

Join our manufacturing team as a multi-skilled specialist working across CNC lathe operations and deburring. In this hands-on role, you’ll set up machines, select and install cutting tools, and run precision turning operations to produce components that meet exacting specifications. Your ability to read engineering drawings, maintain tight tolerances, and keep equipment running at peak performance will make a direct impact on quality and throughput.

Pay & Schedule

• Hourly range: $22.00 – $30.00
• Day shifts available
• Night shift available: 5:30 PM – 2:00 AM

What You’ll Handle Day-to-Day

• Set up and operate CNC and manual lathes for turning, facing, drilling, and related processes on metals and alloys.
• Decode engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to establish dimensions, tolerances, and machining approaches.
• Fixture and align workpieces using appropriate clamps and tooling to ensure rigidity and accuracy.
• Select and install cutting tools; adjust holders, speeds, feeds, and depth of cut based on material and operation.
• Monitor cycle performance, tool wear, and surface finish; fine-tune parameters to sustain accuracy, quality, and efficiency.
• Conduct routine care on equipment—cleaning, lubrication, and tooling changes—to sustain optimal machine performance.
• Collaborate with engineers, teammates, and supervisors to troubleshoot machining issues and optimize processes.
• Perform deburring to meet edge-break, finish, and safety requirements.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience as a lathe operator or similar manufacturing position preferred.
• Strong blueprint/engineering drawing literacy with a clear understanding of tolerances and GD&T basics.
• Proficiency using precision metrology: micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges.
• Working knowledge of cutting tool types, geometries, and best-use cases for specific operations.
• Hands-on skill with turning, facing, drilling, threading, and grooving methods.
• Ability to execute routine machine maintenance to ensure uptime and longevity.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Generous Company Pension Plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Commitment to professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fully paid Tuition Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Free parking

Technical Strengths That Set You Apart

• Equipment troubleshooting
• CNC tooling selection and optimization
• CNC programming fundamentals
• CNC machine setup and changeover
• Background in aerospace manufacturing environments
• Manual machining capability