Lathe Operator

Winterthur Technology Group

Montrose, COFull-time$21.13/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$21.13/hr
Location
Montrose, CO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Winterthur Technology Group is hiring a Lathe Operator. The Lathe Operator role at Winterthur Technology Group is responsible for operating production and inspection equipment, setting up and performing lathe operations, using precision measuring tools, reading CAD drawings, completing finishing work, handling large wheel cores, maintaining tools, and ensuring safety and documentation compliance.

Key focus areas include Operate production and inspection equipment in accordance with SOPs and Work Instructions to meet quality standards., Set up and perform lathe operations (facing cores, turning OD, boring holes) with proper tool selection and speeds/feeds., and Use precision measuring instruments and read CAD drawings/prints to verify specifications..

Important skills include Operate Production And Inspection Equipment, Set Up Lathe Operations, Facing Cores, Turning OD, Boring Holes, and Proper Tool Selection. Preferred (not required): Basic Math Proficiency, Measurement Calculations, Read English, and Write English.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Production and Inspection EquipmentSet Up Lathe OperationsFacing CoresTurning ODBoring HolesProper Tool SelectionSpeeds/FeedsUse Precision Measuring InstrumentsMicrometersCalipersProtractorsRead CAD Drawings/PrintsPerform Finishing WorkOperate PIV EquipmentHoistsSupport Large Wheel Core HandlingInventory ActivitiesMaintain ToolsSharpeningComplete Routine Equipment TasksEnd-of-Day OilingEnsure Strict Compliance With Safety StandardsMaintain Accurate Inspection DocumentationMaintain Accurate Shop Order DocumentationBasic Math ProficiencyMeasurement CalculationsRead EnglishWrite EnglishCommunicate in EnglishFollow Written/Verbal Instructions

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Higher1 Year of Hands-on Experience Operating Lathe Machinery

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

The Lathe Operator role requires the following capabilities:

  • Operate production and inspection equipment in accordance with SOPs and Work Instructions to meet quality standards.
  • Set up and perform lathe operations (facing cores, turning OD, boring holes) with proper tool selection and speeds/feeds.
  • Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, protractors) and read CAD drawings/prints to verify specifications.
  • Perform finishing work with required quality signoffs from inspector or supervisor.
  • Operate PIV equipment (e.g., hoists) safely and support large wheel core handling and inventory activities.
  • Maintain tools (including sharpening) and complete routine equipment tasks such as end-of-day oiling.
  • Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and maintain accurate inspection and shop order documentation.

**Your Skills and Expertise **

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Winterthur Technologies requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED or higher.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

  • Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience operating lathe machinery in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic CAD drawings/prints with demonstrated accuracy.
  • Basic math proficiency, including measurement calculations (e.g., decimals, fractions, tolerances).
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and follow written/verbal instructions.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R0001005

Compensation

$21.13

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

In addition, this position is eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits, etc.)

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