Lathe Operator - Morrisville - Judge Consulting Group

Description

ABOUT THE TEAM

The CNC team is part of the Development Manufacturing organization, providing in‑house prototype manufacturing support for high‑profile programs. Our projects require close collaboration with engineering teams and frequently involve mission‑critical timelines. Our facilities feature state‑of‑the‑art equipment and highly skilled machinists specializing in low‑volume, prototype, and development work.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Lathe Operator to join our rapidly growing team in Morrisville, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC lathes (including live‑tooling and multi‑axis machines) to support prototype and short‑run production programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Read and interpret technical blueprints, drawings, and 3D models.
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, including multi‑axis or live‑tooling systems.
• Select, install, and adjust tooling, workholding, and fixtures.
• Perform offsets, edits, and adjustments as needed during machining.
• Troubleshoot machine or process issues to ensure part accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform in‑process and final quality checks using standard inspection tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and programmers on prototype development.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience operating and setting up CNC lathes.
• Strong understanding of G‑code and lathe machining fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience with multi‑axis lathes, live‑tooling, or mill‑turn machines.
• Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, or similar machine controls.
• High familiarity with machining various metals, alloys, and plastics.
• Strong knowledge of tooling, workholding, and fixturing methods.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to take ownership of the machining process from setup to final inspection.
• Ability to adapt between R&D work and short‑run production.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• U.S. Person status required due to access to export‑controlled data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating mill‑turn or multitasking machines.
• Experience in prototype or development machining environments.
• Basic experience editing or reviewing CNC programs.
• Familiarity with Siemens NX CAD/CAM or similar platforms.