Company Overview Power Services Group (PSG) is a leading U.S.-owned, independent provider of integrated, turnkey maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions for steam and gas turbines. Serving the power generation, oil and gas, and industrial process industries, PSG brings together more than 115 years of combined operational experience across its family of companies. Our capabilities include field services, field machining, steam path and valve repairs, gas turbine component repairs, and precision parts manufacturing. Driven by safety, quality, integrity, responsiveness, and exceptional customer service, we provide employees with a supportive team environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to critical work that keeps industries and communities moving. Join PSG and help us continue powering tomorrow. Position Overview PSG is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Set-Up Operator to independently set up and operate CNC lathes for the manufacture of precision components. This role is responsible for translating blueprints and technical specifications into accurate setups, verifying programs and tooling, and maintaining quality throughout the machining process. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of CNC lathe setup and operating experience. Experience with G-code, Mastercam, or DMG conversational programming is desired, and turn-mill machining experience is a plus.
Night-Shift Premium:
10% Key Responsibilities Independently set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision components. Read and interpret complex blueprints, geometric dimensions and tolerances, technical specifications, and work instructions. Determine appropriate machining sequences, tooling, workholding, speeds, and feeds. Install and align cutting tools, fixtures, jaws, and workpieces. Establish tool offsets, work coordinates, and machine reference points. Review, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs as required for successful production. Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments. Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and product quality. Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup, dimensional, and equipment-related issues. Complete production, inspection, and quality documentation accurately. Maintain equipment and assigned work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Follow all company safety, quality, and operating procedures. Required Qualifications At least five years of CNC lathe setup and operating experience. Ability to independently set up and produce parts from blueprints and technical specifications. Strong blueprint-reading, shop-math, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing skills. Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring instruments. Strong understanding of cutting tools, workholding methods, speeds, feeds, and machining practices. Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
Experience:
5+ years Preferred Qualifications G-code programming experience. Experience with Mastercam or DMG conversational programming. Turn-mill machining experience. Experience machining complex, low-volume, or tight-tolerance components. Experience supporting the power generation, turbine repair, or heavy industrial sectors. Why Join PSG? Join a skilled team performing critical work for the power generation and industrial sectors. PSG offers a safety-focused and collaborative environment, opportunities to expand your technical expertise, and the chance to work on varied and challenging precision-machining projects.
Pay:
$28.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance