CNC Lathe Operator

Are you a CNC Machinist who enjoys more than just loading parts and pressing cycle start? Do you take pride in dialing in offsets, reading blueprints, troubleshooting issues, and producing quality parts?

We're looking for an experienced CNC Lathe Operator to join a growing manufacturing team in Tyrone, PA. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys working with precision equipment and solving manufacturing challenges.

✅ DIRECT HIRE Opportunity
✅ Full-Time Position
✅ Competitive Pay & Benefits
✅ Career Growth Opportunities
✅ Work with Mazak & HAAS CNC Equipment

What You'll Do:

🔹 Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes (Mazak & HAAS)
🔹 Monitor machine cycles and optimize production efficiency
🔹 Make tool offset adjustments and routine machine corrections
🔹 Read blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions
🔹 Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
🔹 Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues
🔹 Support machine setups, changeovers, and continuous improvement initiatives
🔹 Maintain accurate production and quality documentation

We're Looking For Someone Who:

✔ Has CNC lathe experience in a manufacturing environment
✔ Has experience with Mazak and/or HAAS equipment
✔ Can read blueprints and engineering drawings
✔ Understands tooling, offsets, and machining processes
✔ Has strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
✔ Takes pride in producing quality work
✔ Can work independently while maintaining production, quality, and safety standards

If you're the type of person who enjoys machining, fixing problems, optimizing processes, and making quality parts, we'd love to hear from you!

The CNC Lathe Operator is responsible for operating CNC turning equipment, including Mazak and HAAS, to produce quality components in accordance with production schedules, specifications, and established quality standards. This position monitors machine performance, performs routine operational and tool offset adjustments within established procedures, performs in-process inspections, and identifies and communicates machine, tooling, or quality 
concerns.
The ideal candidate has experience operating CNC lathes or similar CNC turning equipment in a manufacturing environment and demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting production goals, safety requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
 

Key Responsibilities:
• Program, Set-up, and Operate CNC lathes (Mazak and HAAS) and related production equipment in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Load raw materials and components and monitor machine cycles to maintain efficient production.
• Follow production schedules and work priorities to support on-time delivery requirements.
• Perform routine operational adjustments and tool offset adjustments within the scope of training and established procedures.
• Monitor tooling condition and communicate tooling concerns or replacement needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using appropriate measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, job travelers, and work instructions.
• Verify that parts meet required dimensional and quality specifications and promptly report nonconforming material or quality concerns.
• Identify and communicate machine, tooling, programming, or operational issues to the appropriate Setup, Maintenance, or Supervisory personnel and assist with troubleshooting as directed.
• Assist with machine setups and changeovers as directed and within the scope of training.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and downtime documentation.
• Monitor material levels and communicate production or material needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company and safety requirements.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Support continuous improvement, scrap reduction, quality, and efficiency initiatives.
• Assist with training and supporting other operators as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational needs.

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 years of CNC lathe in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling, offsets, and routine machine adjustments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to recognize quality issues and take appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining production, quality, and safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the scheduled shift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime based on production demands and operational needs. Must be available to work overtime as needed to support production demands and business needs

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, and industrial lubricants
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Use of required personal protective equipment