Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Senior CNC Turner Machinist operates, sets up, and programs CNC lathes to produce precision machined components. This expert-level role involves interpreting complex blueprints, selecting tooling, optimizing programs for efficiency, performing first-article inspections, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and dimensional accuracy.

Responsibilities or duties

• Set up, program (using G&M code and/or CAM software), and operate CNC lathes and turning centers.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, geometric tolerancing (GD&T), and specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials for each job. Perform tool offsets and compensations.
• Optimize machining programs to improve cycle times, tool life, and surface finish.
• Conduct first-article and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMMs).
• Troubleshoot machining issues, make adjustments to correct deviations, and minimize downtime.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and adhere to all shop safety protocols (5S, LOTO).
• Mentor and provide guidance to apprentice and junior machinists.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified machining apprenticeship or technical degree preferred.
• Expert in CNC programming (manual and CAM), tooling selection, and blueprint reading. Proficiency with Fanuc, Siemens, or similar controls.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to producing zero-defect work. Ability to lead and train others.

Experience needed

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience as a CNC Turner/Machinist in a job-shop or manufacturing environment.

• Set up, program (using G&M code and/or CAM software), and operate CNC lathes and turning centers.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, geometric tolerancing (GD&T), and specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials for each job. Perform tool offsets and compensations.
• Optimize machining programs to improve cycle times, tool life, and surface finish.
• Conduct first-article and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMMs).
• Troubleshoot machining issues, make adjustments to correct deviations, and minimize downtime.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and adhere to all shop safety protocols (5S, LOTO).
• Mentor and provide guidance to apprentice and junior machinists.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

• Expert in CNC programming (manual and CAM), tooling selection, and blueprint reading.
• Proficiency with Fanuc, Siemens, or similar controls.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to producing zero-defect work.
• Ability to lead and train others.

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified machining apprenticeship or technical degree preferred.