AI summary
CNC Machine Operator role running CNC lathes and/or 5-axis mills in a heavy manufacturing shop at Pennsylvania Machine Works, LLC. You'll set up machines from prints and work orders, run first-article checks, and maintain in-process quality using precision measuring tools.
Key skills
CNC lathe operation5-axis CNC mill operationReading shop prints/drawingsGD&T (geometric tolerances)Precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers)Tooling setup (tool holders, cutting tools, inserts)Basic math (geometry and algebra)Program loading and tool touch-offIn-process inspection/quality procedures
Salary not listed — comparable CNC Machine Operator roles in the Upper Chichester, PA area typically pay around $20–$30/hour depending on shift and experience.
You'll thrive here if you have at least a year of CNC lathe/mill experience in heavy manufacturing and can confidently set up, run, and inspect parts from drawings using precision measurement tools.
Why apply
- Operate CNC lathes and 5-axis mills
- Hands-on setup and first-piece approval
- Work from prints and quality procedures
Responsibilities
- Work from shop prints, work orders, prescribed production procedures to receive stock material, requisition tooling and program to prepare machine for operation.
- Check all fluid levels, grease fittings and transmission.
- Load programs, insert tooling for touch-off of tooling, reference points for dry run of first piece.
- Produce first piece with approval or assistance of more experienced personnel for measurement of critical dimensions.
- Check production pieces following quality procedures.
Desired Requirements
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
- Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job
- Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication
- Must have experience operating CNC Lathes and / or 5 axis CNC Mills
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year experience operating CNC Lathes and milling machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of Intermediate working knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments, micrometers and calipers.
Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages indicators and scales
- Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with understanding of geometric tolerances and dimension
- Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines