CNC Lathe Setup Operator

We are a precision manufacturing facility looking for a skilled CNC Lathe Setup Person to join our production team. If you have a meticulous eye for detail, a passion for high-quality machining, and experience with Okuma machines, we want to hear from you.

As a key member of our floor, you won't just be pushing buttons; you’ll be responsible for the critical transition from blueprint to finished part, ensuring our machines are dialed in for maximum accuracy. Pay is $25-30/hr based on experience.

salary: $52,000 - $62,400 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Complete Setups: Perform full setups on Okuma CNC Lathes , including tool selection, mounting, and offset adjustments.

• First-Part Inspection: Ensure the first piece off the line meets all dimensional requirements before handing off to operators.

• Program Tweaking: Make necessary minor edits to programs (G-code/M-code) to optimize cycle times and tool life.

• Maintenance: Perform routine machine checks to keep our Okuma fleet running at peak performance.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot complex geometries.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Proven track record setting up CNC Lathes. Specific experience with Okuma (OSP Controls) is highly preferred.

• Technical Skills: Ability to read complex blueprints, understand GD&T, and use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges).

• Industry Knowledge: A background in Aerospace manufacturing is a major plus, as we maintain rigorous quality standards.

• Language: Spanish speaking ability is a plus and will help with team communication and training.

• Reliability: You show up on time, take pride in your workstation, and maintain a "safety first" mindset.

The essential functions of this role include:

• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time

Skills

• CNC
• lathe setup (2 years of experience is preferred)
• CNC lathe (2 years of experience is preferred)
• cnc mill
• Okuma

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.