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CNC Lathe Operator (49947)

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Operators load materials into CNC machines to be shaped. Once the cutting operation is performed ... on-call hours as required. Essential Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds ...

5655 Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

5655 Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe Posting Start Date: 5/11/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee ... Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required * Ability to stand, kneel ...

Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe Posting Start Date: 5/11/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee ... Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required * Ability to stand, kneel ...

Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe Posting Start Date: 5/11/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee ... Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required * Ability to stand, kneel ...

Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe Posting Start Date: 4/1/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee ... Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required * Ability to stand, kneel ...

5647 Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

5647 Operator - Horizontal CNC Lathe Posting Start Date: 4/1/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee ... Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required * Ability to stand, kneel ...

... for on-call Sundays. * Be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet production ... Strong experience operating CNC lathes with some experience on mills. * Proficiency in machine set ...

Working knowledge of shop equipment including but not limited to lathe, drill press and milling ... Ability to work varying shifts, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins. * Ability to ...

Working knowledge of shop equipment including but not limited to lathe, drill press and milling ... Ability to work varying shifts, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins. * Ability to ...

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Manual Machinist

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$27.54 - $29.15/hr

Minimum 5 years experience operating milling machines, lathes, boring mills, and grinders * Must ... Lathe: 5 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person

Working knowledge of shop equipment including but not limited to lathe, drill press and milling ... Ability to work varying shifts, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins. * Ability to ...

CNC Operator 2

Houma, LA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

Report immediately any lathe malfunction to the Machine Shop Supervisor. * Proceed with care when ... Adhere to all company policies and be ON-CALL as required. Qualification Requirements Qualification ...

CNC Operator 1

Houma, LA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

Report immediately any lathe malfunction to the Machine Shop Supervisor. * Proceed with care when ... Adhere to all company policies and be ON-CALL as required. Qualification Requirements Qualification ...

CNC Operator 2

Houma, LA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

Report immediately any lathe malfunction to the Machine Shop Supervisor. * Proceed with care when ... Adhere to all company policies and be ON-CALL as required. Qualification Requirements Qualification ...

As a PIRTEK Hose Installation Technician, you will be operating out of a PIRTEK Service & Supply ... Participate in a shared on-call rotation to provide after-hours emergency service (on-call shifts ...

... and operating variations * Makes diagnoses and repairs * Dismantles defective machines and ... Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call lathe operator in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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CNC Lathe Operator (49947)

CNC Lathe Operator (49947)

Impact CNC LLC

Columbia City, IN • On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

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Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities: Operators load materials into CNC machines to be shaped. Once the cutting operation is performed the operator inspects the fabricated part to ensure that it matches specifications. Operators are responsible for keeping records, maintaining quality and safety standards, cleaning and maintaining equipment and supplies and may operate multiple machines.

Job Duties

  • Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position up to 50 pounds consistently.
  • Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.
  • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
  • Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements, using calipers, micrometers, and other quality approved gauging devised; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
  • Notify Supervisor immediately of any deviation or change in part, specs, or changes to safety guarding or other safety issues (slips, falls, guarding or hand tool issues, etc.).
  • Listen for any sounds that may indicate a malfunction.
  • Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
  • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
  • Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
  • Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
  • Accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, company goals, and ultimate customer satisfaction with product

Special Circumstances
Must be available to work flexible hours and on-call hours as required.

Essential Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds consistently and often.
Requires standing.
Requires repetitive movement.
Required to walk; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications
0 - 2 years prior experience operating CNC machines.
Functional and Technical Knowledge of gauging equipment, including micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.
Must be a team player with the ability to communicate issues and problems to others.
Must enjoy a fast-paced manufacturing environment, results, oriented, and self-motivated.
Committed to continuous improvement principles with the goals of the company in mind at all times.
Detail Oriented with excellent eyesight.
Capable of work that requires concentration and physical effort.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.