1st shift - CNC Lathe Operator

QPS Employment Group

Fenton, MO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Lean Manufacturing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Machining, Manual Dexterity, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Technology, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Quality Management, Safety Standards, Team Player
LOCATION
Fenton, MO
POSTED
Today
Job Description

Position Title: CNC Lathe Operator - 1st Shift

Wage: $26.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm (Monday - Friday)

Seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Lathe Operator in Fenton, MO to support our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC lathe machines to produce precision components that meet our clients quality, safety, and production standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, quality-focused, and committed to continuous improvement in a team-oriented environment.

CNC Lathe Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate, and monitor CNC lathe machines to produce parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Load raw materials and fixtures, verify correct tooling, and make necessary machine adjustments
- Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, routings, and inspection requirements
- Perform in-process inspections using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure dimensional accuracy
- Make minor program edits and offset adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency
- Identify and troubleshoot machining issues, escalating concerns when necessary
- Perform routine machine maintenance and keep work areas clean and organized in accordance with 5S standards
- Accurately complete production and quality documentation
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and quality standards
- Collaborate with team members, leads, and supervisors to meet production goals

Requirements for CNC Lathe Operator:
- High school diploma or GED; technical or vocational training in CNC machining or manufacturing technology preferred
- Previous experience operating CNC lathe machines in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes preferred
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles preferred
- Experience working in a regulated or high-quality manufacturing environment is a plus
- Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Basic understanding of CNC controls and machining processes
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work assigned shifts, including overtime as needed
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for precision work
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, machinery, and moving equipment

IND124

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

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QPS Employment Group

When we opened our doors in 1985, we did so with an appreciation for one simple truth.

The right job has the power to change lives.

It lifts up the employee. It makes the employer more competitive. And, we soon found out, it makes us here at QPS feel pretty damn good inside.

It also turned out to be a pretty good foundation for success. Thirty years later, we’ve grown from a one-room office in suburban Milwaukee to nearly 50 branches in five Midwestern states.

Along the way, we haven’t forgotten what fueled that growth: Our founding commitment to “Do Right” by others, secure in the knowledge that they will in turn “Do Right” by us.

It’s a big reason why our customer retention rate consistently beats the industry average. Why our Associate Employees – we don’t call them “temps” – embrace the idea that an honest day’s work in exchange for a fair day’s wage brings dignity to daily life. And why everyone on our team, from the branch level through corporate headquarters, goes the extra mile to help each other succeed.

We’ve heard it said that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.

At QPS, we couldn’t agree more.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
https://www.qpsemployment.com