Mazak​/DMG Mori CNC Turning Specialist — Hard Turning

Are you the expert who makes 0.0001″ look easy? If you love translating complex prints into crisp, reliable programs and building repeatable setups for hard‑turned parts, this role is for you.

• Programming, setting up, and running CNC lathes to hard‑turn metal components while upholding quality, safety, and documentation standards.
• Producing programs directly from drawings in Mazatrol or standard G/M code with a strong command of GD&T.
• Leveraging preferred controls:
  Mazatrol T, T32, Smart, Smooth X; experience with CELOS is valued.
• Holding ultra‑precise tolerances (to 0.0001″) through precise measurement and targeted machine/tool adjustments.
• Inspecting parts for chips, marring, and other defects; sorting nonconforming parts by flaw type.
• Mounting and aligning tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces; ensuring secure setups.
• Pausing machines to remove parts or change tooling, setup, or workpiece location per sequence requirements.
• Transferring programs from servers to CNC controls via network connections.
• Running moderate to very complex components efficiently and repeatably.
• Meeting critical engineering specs and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
• Documenting setup sheets, tool lists, and notes to speed future runs.
• Driving process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and throughput.
• Communicating clearly with Manufacturing Management and peers during shift turnover.
• Performing routine preventive maintenance (grease, oil, coolant, filters) and maintaining equipment and supplies.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of hands‑on CNC lathe setup/operation across multiple materials.
• Strong math skills and the ability to read/understand machine programs.
• Confidence working from verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
• A safety‑first mindset in partnership with EHS personnel.

• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally; stand for long periods; climb stairs as needed.
• Consistent PPE use (eye, hearing, hand, foot protection; others as required).
• Exposure to oils, coolants, and typical machine shop chemicals.
• Ability to speak English and contribute in a team setting.

• GD&T, CNC tooling, CNC programming
• G‑code and M‑code
• Production machine setups

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis):
  Mazak, DMG Mori Seiki
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis):
  Mazak