JOB PURPOSE: To set up, program, and operate manual and CNC lathe machines to manufacture precision metal and plastic parts, performing first-level troubleshooting and quality inspections to meet blueprint specifications and production targets.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
HSE Compliance
•Adhere to health, safety, and environmental procedures, using required PPE and following lock-out/tag-out protocols to create a hazard-free work environment
•Machine Setup & Programming : Interpret engineering drawings to select fixtures, cutting tools, machine speeds, and feeds, and load CNC programs or dial in manual lathe settings for each job
•Machining Operations: Independently run production lots on manual and CNC lathes, monitoring machining parameters and adjusting as needed to maintain part tolerances
•Quality Inspection: Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify compliance with dimensional tolerances and surface-finish requirements
•Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose common machining issues (e.g., chatter, tool wear), perform routine preventive maintenance (cleaning, lubrication), and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams
•Mentoring & Collaboration: Assist in training Lathe Operator I staff on machine setup, tooling changes, and safety protocols; communicate production issues and feedback to supervisors
•Documentation: Record production data, machine downtime, and scrap rates in the ERP system to support operational reporting and continuous improvement.
SPAN OF COMMUNICATION
Internal: Production Supervisor, Maintenance Technicians, Quality Control
External: Tool and spare-parts suppliers
Skills
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Experience:
2-4 years' operating manual and CNC lathes in a manufacturing environment
ITI Certificate
Job-Specific Skills:
Proficiency in CNC programming and manual lathe operation
Skilled in precision measurement and blueprint reading
Core Competencies:
Technical Proficiency
Quality Focus
Collaboration
Safety Orientation
Continuous Improvement
