CNC Lathe Setup Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Title : CNC Lathe Setup Operator

Location : Wood Dale, IL

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Salary : $28-$30 / hr.

Benefits : Benefits ( Health, Medical, Dental), Paid Holidays, PTO, 401k

Sterling Engineering is hiring a CNC Lathe Setup Operator for a growing manufacturing company in Wood Dale. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC lathes in a high-precision environment. You’ll be responsible for preparing machines, verifying setups, and producing quality parts to spec.

Responsibilities :

• Set up CNC lathes by installing and adjusting tooling, fixturing, and workholding as needed
• Load materials and verify part alignment
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job travelers
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision tools
• Adjust machine offsets to ensure part accuracy and consistency
• Monitor equipment during operation to detect and correct any issues
• Perform routine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe work area
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to ensure production goals are met
• Document setups and update run logs as needed

Qualifications :

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.