TE-CO Manufacturing is an independent, family-owned company providing workholding solutions for manufacturers for over 100 years. Our family of brands including TE-CO, Toolex, Raptor, Air Vise, and Piranha offers tooling components, 5-axis fixtures, and automation-ready accessories to customers worldwide.JOB SUMMARY:1ST SHIFT CNC LATHE MACHINIST:The Entry Level CNC Lathe Machinist operates CNC lathe equipment to produce workpieces that meet blueprint specifications and quality standards. This role is ideal for someone building foundational machining skills under supervision, with growth opportunities as skill and experience develop.ON THE JOB TRAINING PROVIDEDSHIFT HOURS6:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M. MONDAY- THURSDAYEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSetup and Operation
Study blueprints and process documents to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines
Start and observe machine operation to ensure no malfunctions or out of tolerance conditions occur; adjust tool and/or work offsets as required
Enter commands and load control media into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions
Ensure workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation
Quality and Monitoring
Measure dimensions of finished workpieces using precision instruments to ensure conformance to specifications
Listen to machines during operation to detect signs of dull cutting tools or excessive vibration, and report issues to a supervisor or programmer
Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors, or to obtain approval to continue production
Maintenance and Housekeeping
Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn tools using hand tools
Keep machines and work area clean and organized; remove chips daily or as required
Safeguard existing programs and save new programs with proper backup
Physical and Safety Requirements
Lift workpieces to machines manually or with a hoist or crane
Comply with all safety standards and company policies
Professional Development
Assist in setting production standards
Demonstrate growth and retention of skill, with a focus on continuous improvement