Operate CNC lathe machines to manufacture high-precision parts according to technical specifications and customer requirements.

• Machine setup and operation: Set up and operate CNC lathes, including selecting and installing tools, attachments, and accessories.
  
  

• Technical interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders to determine machining operations, dimensions, and tolerances.
  
  

• Monitor production: Observe machine operations to ensure parts meet specifications and production runs efficiently.
  
  

• Adjustments and optimization: Make real-time machine setting adjustments to maintain quality, minimize scrap, and improve cycle times.
  
  

• Precision inspection: Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to inspect parts and verify conformance.
  
  

• Routine maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and cleaning to ensure machines are in optimal working condition.
  
  

• Safety compliance: Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations during operation and maintenance activities.
  
  

• Collaboration: Communicate with supervisors, programmers, and team members to resolve issues and meet production goals.

• Experience: Previous hands-on experience operating CNC lathes in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
  
  

• Technical proficiency: Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and understand machining specifications.
  
  

• Measurement accuracy: Skilled in using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
  
  

• Software knowledge: Familiarity with CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks is preferred.
  
  

• Understanding of GD&T: Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards.
  
  

• Attention to detail: High level of accuracy in executing detailed machining operations.
  
  

• Problem-solving: Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
  
  

• Material handling: Comfortable loading/unloading raw materials and finished parts.