CNC Lathe Machinist

CNC Lathe Machinist

Job Description

The CNC Lathe Machinist are required, to set-up and operate special purpose equipment, conventional (lathe and/or mill), and/or numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers for fabrication of metallic and nonmetallic parts that hold to the high-quality machine standards required within the organization.

Key responsibilities:
Operating special purpose equipment, conventional (lathe and/or mill), and numerical control (NC) horizontal small lathes
Reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
Starting and observing machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required.
Selecting , aligning, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.

Skills & Competencies:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD & T). Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
Ability to calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.

Work Environment:
Fast paced and noisy environment with constant movement.
Regular lifting and/or moving up to to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Have 1-2+ yrs of Manuel and/CNC Machine operations experience Preferred

Desirable attributes of the worker:
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Tools or Software:
Microsoft Office, SAP

Industry Background or Experience:
Have ability to operate Lathe machines as well as CNC machines
2+ years of Manuel and/CNC Machine operations experience Preferred

Good physical condition
Be able to work long standing hours
Ability to sit for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per day, though possibly more
Frequently required to stand and/or walk, up to 2 hours per day, and make occasional trips from the office area to the manufacturing area
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, as needed
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing area, including, but not limited to, safety glasses and safety shoes

Notes:
2nd shift: Monday – Friday from 2:30pm - 11pm, weekends and overtime as needed
Hours per Day - 8 Hours per Week - 40

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.