Manual Lathe Machinist

Job Listing ID:

4458006

Job Title:

Manual Lathe Machinist Application Deadline:

04/21/2026

Job Location:

Albany

Date Posted:

03/23/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Swing Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

The Job Summary:

Machine parts to tolerance based on blueprint requirements with a variety of metals and plastics using Manual Lathe Machines. While not inclusive, this position will provide support in the following areas of the

Operations Department:

Programming:

Obtain approval prior to changing, editing or updating programs, and maintain program log as required by management business systems. Sets up mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; selling tool registers, offsets, compensation and conditional switches. Calculate requirements utilizing basic math, geometry and trigonometry when proving part programs. Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specification, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD& T).

Machining:

Obtain and execute directions from the department supervisor. Monitor and protects the assets of the company and insure that appropriate tooling is used for each job. Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks, vises, tools, various attachments, collects, bushings, cams, gears, stops and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads. Loads feed mechanisms by lifting stock into CNC Machine. Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying direct supervisor for machine repairs. Adhere to all quality policies and meets company quality goals of on-time delivery of completed parts without compromising quality, safety or equipment life.

Verification of Product:

Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part and sample work pieces; adhering to quality standards. Maintain quality standards by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes. Identifies errors and troubleshoots as possible. Escalates unresolved issues to supervisor.

What competencies you bring:

Efficiency:

Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort.

Attention To Detail:

Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task. Identifies and addresses discrepancies and inconsistencies in a process, product, or situation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with all federal and state regulations. Precinmac provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

Job Classification:

Machinists Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

$22.00 to $36.00 per Hour Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 None

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A