CNC LATHE OPERATOR

CNC Lathe Operator | Mason, OH
1st Shift | $25-30+/hour, based on experience

Overview: Hi-Tek Manufacturing, Inc. is a cutting-edge facility specializing in the production of hot gas path (HGP) components and other aviation and power generation turbine engine parts. As a supplier to all major turbine engine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), we are a full-service facility dedicated to the complete processing of unique alloy components. Since our establishment in 1980, our ongoing success has enabled us to expand and become one of the leading manufacturers in the turbine engine industry. We offer a comprehensive range of manufacturing services designed to meet the most stringent specifications and quality requirements. Precision is vital when machining for aircraft and gas turbine engines. At Hi-Tek, we have continuously enhanced our capabilities and broadened our operations to support our customers' evolving needs for over 40 years. Our extensive experience and expertise in machining processes such as Fast Hole, Wire and Sinker EDM, Laser Processing, and working with Super Alloys are unmatched in the industry. We have not only consistently expanded our machinery, but we also employ the very best workers who are experts in their fields.

The CNC Turn/Lathe Operator reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures related to the various parts and equipment they are trained and certified to operate. Operators are also tasked with loading and unloading parts to meet production demands, inspecting parts with different precision measuring tools, accepting or rejecting parts based on quality, and communicating any changes verbally and in writing.

Essential Tasks:
Operate regular (horizontal) or VTL (vertical) lathe machines
Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary (micrometers, calipers, gauges [pin, thread, indicator, height], optical comparators, and coordinate measuring machines [CMM]
Maintain working knowledge of CNC principles, including G and M codes
Maintain working knowledge of rotary/linear axes
Selects, aligns, and secures fixtures, tooling, and workpieces on machines as necessary to machine parts as required
Analyze and interpret CMM reports and properly offset machine dimensions to meet customer specifications
Perform deburring operations to within specified tolerances
Document actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system
Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
Any other duties as assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organizations values
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management
Dependability, integrity, cooperation, and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions
Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary
Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED required
CNC Machining certificate from a Trade School or acceptable work experience in lieu of schooling
Must meet the ITAR definition of 120.15 U.S. person
Lathe, Shaft, or turning experience required - Min 5 yrs
Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry strongly preferred
Experience with G & M codes preferred

Key Competencies:
The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
Safety-conscious always
Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
Complex problem-solving with critical math skills
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Physical Demand Levels:
Lift, push, and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
Stand at least 95% of the scheduled shift
Walking or climbing stairs as needed to perform job duties as assigned
Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with the ability to pass annual vision test as required

Shift: Mon-Fri, 7:00am-3:30pm
Pay: $25-30+/hour, based on experience

Hi-Tek is a drug-free workplace that conducts pre-employment drug and background and random drug screenings.

EEO Statement: Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. The company's policy is to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are driving forces in our company's success.

Compensation details: 25-30 Hourly Wage

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