Lathe Operator

4 days ago


Santa Fe Springs, California, United States Kelly Pipe Co Full time
Job Summary

The Lathe Operator - Metal Fabrication Specialist operates a lathe machine to process metal pipes in a production setting. This is a union position. The Lathe Operator is responsible for measuring and cutting materials to specific dimensions, monitoring the machine to ensure it is running correctly, and knowing how to adjust as necessary.

Key Responsibilities
  • Adjust machine controls and change tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
  • Replace worn tools, and sharpen dull cutting tools and dies, using bench grinders or cutter-grinding machines.
  • Inspect sample workpieces to verify conformance with specifications, using instruments such as gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
  • Start lathe or turning machines and observe operations to ensure that specifications are met.
  • Position, secure, and align cutting tools in toolholders on machines, using hand tools, and verify their positions with measuring instruments.
  • Crank machines through cycles, stopping to adjust tool positions and machine controls to ensure specified timing, clearances, and tolerances.
  • Move controls to set cutting speeds and depths and feed rates, and to position tools in relation to workpieces.
  • Refill, change, and monitor the level of fluids, such as oil and coolant, in machines.
Requirements
  • Have the understanding and ability to use measuring devices (tape measure, micrometer, Calipers and diameter tapes.)
  • Basic math skills.
  • Read and write English.
Work Environment
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This position requires that the individual can lift a minimum of 50lbs. and can maneuver large, cumbersome equipment. Required to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.


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