CNC Lathe Operator - 1st Shift
Location: Tyler, TX
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00/hour (DOE)
Schedule: 1st Shift
Hours
- Monday-Thursday: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Overtime as Required:
- Friday: 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Saturday: 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and dependable CNC Lathe Operator to join a growing manufacturing team in Tyler, TX. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC lathe equipment to produce high-quality parts while meeting production and quality standards.
The ideal candidate will have experience reading blueprints, working with CNC programs, setting tooling, and operating precision measuring equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
Responsibilities
- Power up, set up, and safely operate CNC lathe equipment
- Load and call up machine programs and verify program accuracy
- Set up tooling, load required tools, and manage tool life
- Monitor machine operations and make adjustments as needed
- Inspect finished parts to ensure compliance with specifications
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
- Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances
- Complete production and quality paperwork accurately and on time
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Follow all company policies and safety procedures
Qualifications
- Previous CNC Lathe operating experience required
- Experience with machine setup, tooling, and digital programming
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Experience using measuring and inspection equipment
- Strong mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. during the assignment
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. upon direct hire eligibility
- Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift
- Ability to work around heavy production equipment safely
- Good physical stamina and mobility for a manufacturing environment
- Ability to meet position-specific job requirements, including vision standards
Why Apply?
- $19.00 - $25.00/hour DOE
- Consistent 1st shift schedule
- Overtime opportunities available
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to grow with a reputable employer
- Hands-on work with advanced CNC equipment
Apply today if you have CNC lathe experience and are ready to advance your manufacturing career with a company that values quality, precision, and teamwork.