Job Ref: # 3473201
Date Posted: 10/15/2025
City, State: Bristol, CT
Description
CNC Lathe Set Up Operator/ Department Lead
Set up and/or operate CNC Lathes or Turning Centers to produce parts which meet customer specifications while completing these setups within the allotted time. Manufacture parts which consistently meet customer expectations while achieving established standards or cycle times for these parts. These responsibilities will be achieved by:
- Setting Up CNC Lathes, including those having Live Tooling and Sub Spindles, using machining programs, customer prints, tool sheets, inspection measurement sheets, and other provided information
- Working with Quality, have 1st pieces approved and ensure the process consistently meets customer specifications and expected production rates
- Training other Lathe Operators to strengthen their skills and knowledge
- As directed, manufacturing production parts to fulfill customer Orders
- Being the 'Go To' resource for other Lathe Department Operators to troubleshoot and resolve process or mechanical issues
- Following all safety policies and procedures
- Keeping work areas clean and orderly and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards.
- Understanding and following all policies and procedures within the company's AS9100 Rev D certified Quality Management System.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years experience setting up and operating CNC Lathes or Turning centers.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand complex blueprints and drawings.
- Demonstrated ability in using various Inspection instruments, gages and pins to ensure that parts produced meet customer specifications
- A commitment to producing quality parts and taking personal pride in individual work.
- Dependable, reliable and on time
- Self-motivated to achieve daily work standards for quality and productivity.
- Is a personal example of leadership and hard work on the floor.
- Works well with others to accomplish challenging team objectives
- Treats all others with Dignity and Respect
- Values Honesty and Integrity in all things
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