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Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • CNC Machining certificate from a Trade School preferred or acceptable work experience in lieu of      schooling

  • Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person

  • Lathe, Shaft, or Turning experience required - Min 1 yr

  • Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry preferred

  • Experience with G & M codes preferred


Key Competencies

  • The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required

  • Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters

  • Safety conscious always

  • Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy

  • Complex problem solving with critical math skills

  • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English

  • Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Physical Requirements

  • Lift, push and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly

  • Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary

  • Stand at least 95% of scheduled shift

  • Walking or climbing stairs as needed to perform job duties as assigned

  • Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or      corrected) required with ability to pass annual vision test as required

Essential Duties:

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the operator is responsible for following all policies and procedures associated with the various parts and equipment that he or she will be trained and certified to run. In addition, operators load/unload parts to fulfil production demands, inspect parts using various precision measuring tools, accept or reject parts, and communicate any changes, both verbally and in writing.


  • Operate regular (horizontal) or VTL (vertical) lathe machines

  • Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications

  • Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary (micrometers, calipers, gauges (pin, thread, indicator, height), optical comparators and coordinate measuring machines (CMM)

  • Maintain working knowledge of CNC principles, including G and M codes

  • Maintain working knowledge of rotary/linear axes

  • Selects, aligns, and secures fixtures, tooling, and workpieces on machines as necessary to machine parts as required

  • Analyze, interpret CMM reports, and properly offset machine dimensions to meet customer specifications

  • Perform deburr operations to within specified tolerances

  • Documents actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system

  • Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation

  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties

  • Any other duties as assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values

  • Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job      accomplishment

  • Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management

  • Dependability, integrity, cooperation and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical

  • Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions

  • Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary

  • Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE

CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd shift

Hi-Tek Manufacturing is searching for experienced 2nd shift CNC Operators to run Lathe / Turn machines who wish to continue his or her career in advanced manufacturing technology by executing a higher level of workmanship.

Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening

Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.

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EEO Statement

Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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