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CNC Lathe Setup/Operator

E2 Group
Bloomfield, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2025

Overview
We are seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC lathes to produce precision components according to specifications. This role requires attention to detail, a strong understanding of machining processes, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring efficient production processes.

Qualifications

  • Candidates must be able to read blueprints and use precision measuring devices
  • Experience operating Hardinge (CHNC & Cobra) & Nakamura Lathes a big plus!!

Responsibilities

  • Run production CNC turning and manual jobs by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
  • Minor program editing and ability to adjust machine offsets to ensure a quality product
  • Sets-up & operate mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings etc
  • Maintains specifications and best in class quality by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes

Job description CNC Lathe Operator / Machine Operator Responsibilities:

  • Run production CNC turning and manual jobs by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
  • Minor program editing and ability to adjust machine offsets to ensure a quality product
  • Sets-up & operate mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings etc.
  • Maintains specifications and best in class quality by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

Requirements

  • Candidates must be able to read blueprints and use precision measuring devices.
  • Previous experience as a CNC Machine Operator is required (CNC lathes primary, milling a plus and thread rolling a plus)
  • Manual machining experience is a plus, but not required!
  • Programming experience (conversationally or Mastercam Lathe 2020 software) is a plus, but not required!
  • Experience operating Hardinge (CHNC & Cobra) & Nakamura Lathes a big plus!!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift

Experience:

  • Aerospace: 3 years (Required)
  • minor edits: 3 years (Required)
  • CNC lathe: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)
  • Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Bloomfield, CT 06002 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35

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