CNC Lathe Operator

Title: CNC Lathe Operator
Reports To: Production Manager
Status: Full Time/Hourly Non-Exempt (40 hours/week; additional hours as needed to support organization and individual goals)

Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Motor coordination, manual & finger dexterity
Overhead Crane License
Industrial Truck License
Ability to read and interpret documents
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, etc.)
Knowledgeable of CNC and manual machines used to manufacture tooling
Organization skills
Computer skills

Job Summary
Set up and operate lathe machine to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing and threading parts by performing the essential job functions.

Essential Job Functions
Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of parts to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements
Retrieve CNC program from DNC computer
Insert work piece into chuck or other holding device
Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic tool change magazine in sequence specified on process sheet
Operation of CNC Lathe:  depress buttons, toggles, etc. and start machining operation
Perform dry run and observe numerical displays on control panel and compare with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts
Adjust dials and switches to override CNC program and correct machine performance as necessary
Study job packet and organize materials for next run during automatic cycles to shorten change over time
Set up and operate another machine tool during CNC controlled machining cycles as necessary
Communicate with individuals associated with the production of each job
Perform and document specified inspection criteria
Identify and communicate any suspect and/or non-conforming product to the appropriate supervisor
Complete any necessary non-conforming product paperwork
Deliver non-conforming product to designated area
Scan on and off of all jobs ran during shift for costing analysis
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures and work instructions
Perform necessary machine maintenance at specified intervals
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to speak effectively with others
Ability to calculate figures
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Ability to read and interpret blueprint specifications
Ability to use appropriate measuring devices and any equipment associated with job