CNC Lathe Senior Setup/Operator

Company: LEHNER SCREW MACHINE LLC
Location: Akron
Posted on: January 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description CNC Lathe Senior Setup/Operator - OGS Machining Division : Competitive Pay Based on Experience Bonus Benefits: Medical, 401k Match, Vacation, Personal days, Life & Disability Insurance OGS Industries : Our Company OGS Industries, www.ogsindustries.com , is a diversified metal component manufacturing company providing stamping, machining, and fabrication services to its customers in Aerospace, Transportation, Industrial, Firearms, and Military markets. Based in Akron, Ohio, OGS Industries has 3 facilities with over 100 employees. We provide excellent health benefits, a flexible working schedule, and all the tools and resources you need to be a successful part of our team. Position: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated CNC Lathe Senior Setup/Operator at our OGS Machining division to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining and aerospace inspection environments and will play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards. This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Please consider joining our team and help us grow! Responsible for set-up, programming and operation of CNC lathes from 2-axis chucker's to 9-axis mill-turn machines. Essential Functions Setup CNC lathes for production machining. Prove out and inspect first piece for each setup. Troubleshoot, edit, and optimize existing programs to ensure efficient overall production. Assist other operators in the department as necessary. Document new program changes and processes to ensure setups can be duplicated and overall production time is optimized. Oversee the quality of parts produced in the machining cell. Efficiently manage tooling and work holding inventory for the department. To be proactively aware of workload and plan tooling requirements for future jobs ensuring minimum downtime. To make most efficient use of machinery and equipment, including the use of proper feeds and speeds, cutter compensation and modern programming strategies. Inspect and deburr parts to ensure they meet blueprint specifications using proper measuring instruments. Take ownership of the quality of parts you produce. Help produce jigs and fixtures that improve productivity Use skill and caution to prevent damage to machinery and equipment (crashes, etc) Perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery and keep your work area clean and tidy. Follow all safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Requirements At least 5 years' experience of working unaided on setting up and operating multi-spindle / multi-turret CNC lathes in a job shop environment. A solid understanding of CNC programming structure, tooling theory, and speeds / feeds for various materials. Fluency in reading and writing G&M code. CAM programming experience is a bonus. Previous experience with Fanuc controls preferred. Previous experience with Doosan turning and machining centers is helpful (but not required) – we own a twin-turret Puma TT2100SYY, and a sub-spindle Lynx 2100LYSB, both with Y-axis and live milling. Must be able to identify critical blueprint dimensions and how to inspect/ check these critical dimensions. Strong GD&T skills a plus. Possession of own measuring tools / gages is a plus – our QC department can provide gages as needed and will calibrate any/all personal gages owned by the employee. Ability to work on a wide variety of complex parts from drawings. Ability to change and adapt work behaviors based on a constantly changing production schedule. Must be dependable and detailed oriented. Due to compliance regulations, this role is open to only U.S. citizens, permanent residents (Green Card holders), and certain individuals granted protected person status Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Work hours will follow shop hours 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 6am – 4:30pm and possible Friday hours when needed. Notes This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor. OGS Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. No Phone Calls or 3rd Party Calls please. PI70a85526bf6e-25405-39504038

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