Job Description

CNC Lathe Machinist

Pay: $25-32/hr. (depends on experience level)

Shift:

• 1st shift, Monday-Friday
• 2nd shift, Monday-Friday

Description:

• Cannonball Recruiting is seeking a CNC Machinist responsible for setting up and operating lathes to perform a variety of machining operations, including turning, boring, threading, and facing, on metal workpieces. The machinist ensures the highest quality of production by interpreting specifications, adjusting machine settings, and inspecting completed workpieces to meet precise tolerances.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Machining certificate from a college or technical school preferred.
• Minimum of six months of related machining experience.
• Ability to read and understand G-code or knowledge of CNC programming.
• Proficiency in reading drawings/specs with geometric tolerances.
• Familiarity with tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and other machining accessories.
• Basic math skills including algebra and geometry.
• Experience with Wire EDM or 5-Axis Machining a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Operate CNC milling machines to produce quality parts.
• Load parts, prove programs, operate controls, set offsets, perform simple edits, deburr, and inspect parts.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials.
• Calculate and set machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth/angle of cut.
• Detect and adjust for out-of-tolerance machining to ensure production quality.
• Inspect dimensions and conformance of parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Report equipment malfunctions and collaborate with team members to resolve quality or machining issues.
• Maintain clean equipment and work area; perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean practices.
• Adhere to safety and environmental regulations and company policies.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal time, and holidays
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Temperature-Controlled facilities

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