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QPS Employment Group
Machine Setup (Lathes)
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What they do
A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.
$48,959 / year median in Wisconsin
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description Position Title:
CNC Lathe Setup Operator Wage:
$24.00- $30.
Shift:
2ndHours:
3:00pm- 1:00am (Monday
- Thursday) Are your skills not being fully utilized?
CNC Lathe Setup Operator Responsibilities:
- Set-up, check routine programs, operate and adjust automatic or semi-automatic numerically controlled machine tools and/or CNC machining equipment to perform standard or repetitive sequences of operations to meet close tolerance and finish requirements
- Recognize tool and fixture applications and proven program format
- Follow detailed part drawings and specifications regarding applications, coding, arrangements and settings
- Note and report variations from specifications
- Under supervision, assist with prove-out of program tapes for new work or critical variations
- Recommend tooling arrangements, fixtures, operation sequence, etc.
- Make setups for and instruct Machine Operators of lower classification for previous programs
- Use a variety of precision measuring instruments Requirements for
CNC Lathe Setup Operator:
- Previous experience with CNC lathe set up QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers!