Lathe Operator II
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Job overview
Fontana Fasteners is hiring a Lathe Operator II. The Manual Lathe Operator sets up, calibrates, and runs conventional manual lathes to produce precision aerospace components. They interpret engineering drawings, adjust spindle speeds and feeds, and verify dimensions with micrometers and calipers while maintaining safety, tooling condition, and clean work areas.
Key focus areas include Set up and operate manual engine lathes, Machine parts to blueprint specifications and tight tolerances, and Select and install appropriate tooling, inserts, and workholding fixtures.
Important skills include Setting Up Manual Lathes, Calibrating Manual Lathes, Operating Conventional Manual Lathes, Machining Precision Components, Turning Operations, and Facing Operations.
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Full job description
We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.
A Manual Lathe Operator is responsible for setting up, calibrating, and operating conventional manual lathes to machine precision components. The operator performs turning, facing, boring, threading, drilling, and cutting operations while maintaining dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements. They interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, manually adjust spindle speeds and feed rates, and verify finished dimensions using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers.
The operator is experienced in machining a variety of aerospace and specialty materials, including:
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Inconel
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Titanium
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CRES (Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel)
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Alloy Steel
Key Responsibilities:
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Set up and operate manual engine lathes.
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Machine parts to blueprint specifications and tight tolerances.
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Select and install appropriate tooling, inserts, and workholding fixtures.
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Perform turning, facing, boring, threading, grooving, drilling, and cutoff operations.
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Calculate and manually adjust speeds, feeds, and depths of cut based on material type.
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Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
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Maintain tooling and equipment in proper working condition.
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Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
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Work with difficult-to-machine materials such as Inconel, Titanium, CRES, and Alloy Steel while achieving required quality standards.
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.
Job Details
Job Family Machine Oper - Semi Skilled
Job Function MNF - Manufacturing
Pay Type Hourly
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