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DMK Industries

Manual Lathe Operator

Middletown, OH · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour Experienced and reliable manual lathe operator to turn steel mill rolls. Should have at least 3 years of lathe experience. Wages based on experience and abilities. Paid ...

swipejobs LLC

Manual Lathe Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$30/hr

Manual Lathe Operator REPORTS TO: Shop Foreman/Leadman LOCATION: Houston, TX OVERVIEW: Help drive Shop productivity and profitability by working closely with shop team, leadman, and shop foreman to ...

AWC Indeed

Manual Lathe Operator

Wellington, CO

$24 - $32/hr

Manual Lathe Operator (Manual Machining Only) Location: Wellington, Colorado Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite Industry: Oil amp; Gas / Manufacturing About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Manual Lathe ...

Weller Metalworks

Manual Lathe Operator

Libertyville, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

We are urgently hiring a Manual Lathe Operator to join our 1st shift production team. This is a critical position and we are looking for someone who can operate manual lathes and mills independently ...

Massman Companies

Manual Lathe Operator

Villard, MN · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Familiarity with tolerances and surface finishes Qualifications * 2-year degree and or experience in the field * 3+ years of experience operating a manual lathe preferred * Vocational or technical ...

Massman Companies

Manual Lathe Operator

Villard, MN · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Familiarity with tolerances and surface finishes Qualifications * 2-year degree and or experience in the field * 3+ years of experience operating a manual lathe preferred * Vocational or technical ...

Pamarco

Manual Lathe Operator

Roselle, NJ

Must have manual lathe with working between centers and steady rest experience. Process Improvement, Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills, Controls and Instrumentation; able to use ...

Stand-By Personnel

Manual Lathe

Tulsa, OK

$23 - $26/hr

Manual Lathe Machinist & CNC Mill & Lathe Operator Location: Southeast Tulsa | Pay: $23-$26 per hour | Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 5:00 AM-5:00 PM | Duration: Temp-to-Hire We are seeking a skilled ...

Brightwing

Manual Lathe Operator

Mount Clemens, MI

$70K - $110K/yr

The ideal candidate must have thorough knowledge and hands on experience with large lathe turning, thread turning, tooling, and print reading. Meticulous attention to proper tolerances is a must.

Stand-By Personnel

Manual Lathe

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Manual Lathe Machinist & CNC Mill & Lathe Operator Location: Southeast Tulsa | Pay: $23-$26 per hour | Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 5:00 AM-5:00 PM | Duration: Temp-to-Hire We are seeking a skilled ...

MJ Morgan Group

Lathe Operator

Antioch, TN · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Lathe Operator to join our team ... The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating manual lathes to produce precision ...

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Manual Lathe Operator

C & C Die Engraving Incorporated

Santa Fe Springs, CA • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Manual Lathe Operator

A Manual Lathe Operator sets up and operates manual horizontal lathes to turn, bore, face, and thread metal or plastic workpieces based on blueprints. Key duties include installing cutting tools, monitoring machine speeds, and verifying dimensions with precision gauges (micrometers, calipers). They must maintain a safe, clean work area, perform, and perform, basic machine maintenance. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Machine Setup: Interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders to determine dimensions and tool requirements.
  • Operation: Manually operate lathe machines to cut, shape, and finish materials, including turning, boring, threading, and drilling.
  • Quality Inspection: Measure completed parts using precision instruments like micrometers, calipers, and dial gauges to ensure conformity to specifications.
  • Tool Maintenance: Select, install, and replace cutting tools; sharpen tools as needed.
  • Material Handling: Load and unload workpieces, often using hoists or cranes.
  • Safety & Maintenance: Keep equipment clean, oil machinery to prevent rust, and follow all safety protocols. 

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Generally 3-5 years of experience operating manual lathes.
  • Technical Skills: Strong understanding of machining techniques, blueprints, and metallurgy.
  • Measurement Tools: Proficiency with inspection tools (micrometers, gauges).
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials, and work in a manufacturing environment.
  • Education: High school diploma or GED. 

Typical Physical Demands 

  • Regularly standing, walking, bending, and crouching.
  • Lifting and moving heavy materials, often with machinery. 

Company Description

Small business with long term employees, great environment and culture!