CNC Lathe Operator

**Position Summary**:
Sets up and operates manual or computer-numerically-controlled (CNC) horizontal lathe to perform machining, operations, such as turning, boring, facing, and threading parts. Reads blueprints and drawings to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Loads/ mounts materials into lathe manually or using a hoist/crane;
- Selects and installs cutting tools according to set up requirements;
- Removes and replaces dull cutting tools and attaches tools and work pieces to the lathe.
- Download control programs into individual machines;
- Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with blueprint data to verify dimensional adjustments and speeds of machining cuts;
- Adjust machine settings and controls as necessary when problems arise;
- Calculate the amount of material to be loaded into the machine and make adjustments to the operating speed based on vibrations and sounds that may indicate a malfunction;
- Inspects fabricated part to ensure conformance to specifications using micrometers and precision dial gauges;
- Perform test operations to guarantee machine properly creates the precise part;
- Daily housekeeping and maintaining equipment and surrounding work area;
- Uphold all health & safety rules and regulations per Eagle’s Health & Safety Manual and Ontario’s Occupational Health & Safety Act;
- Uphold all employment standards, policies and procedures;
- Work in an organizational manner, documenting work performed in Job Sheets and submitting job sheets to reporting manager on a weekly basis;
- Prompt and regular attendance and working all assigned hours;
- Perform any other duties, as required.

**Educational Requirements**:

- Completion of high school
- Completion of on-the-job training
- Completion of college technical training or apprenticeship an asset

**Skills & Knowledge Requirements**:

- Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance;
- Knowledge of CNC machine language(G&M Programming Codes);
- Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings;

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $23.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Oldcastle, ON N0R 1L0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- CNC Lathe: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person