Vertical Turning Lathe Specialist

2 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) Full time
Job Overview

Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is currently seeking a skilled Vertical Turning Lathe Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is situated in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Shift Details:

This position operates on the 2nd Shift, from Monday to Thursday, 6 PM to 6 AM (Non-OT Hours: 6 PM to 4:30 AM).

Position Summary:

The Vertical Turning Lathe Specialist will be responsible for the setup and operation of various conventional and numerical control (NC) machines to produce both metallic and non-metallic components. The role encompasses a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring precision and quality in the machining process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interprets blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications to ascertain dimensions and tolerances for the finished product, along with the sequence of operations and setup requirements.
  • Accurately measures and marks dimensions on materials to guide subsequent machining processes.
  • Handles deburring tasks to ensure the quality of parts.
  • Selects and secures appropriate fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on machinery such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
  • Calculates and adjusts controls to manage machining parameters, including speed, feed, and coolant flow.
  • Monitors machine operations to identify malfunctions or deviations from specifications, making necessary adjustments.
  • Confirms the conformance of finished products to established specifications.
  • Conducts trial runs to validate machine settings and programming accuracy.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience operating Vertical Turning Lathes or Large Slant Bed Lathes, with a focus on producing close tolerance parts.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting G-Codes and M-Codes, particularly with Fanuc controls.
  • Ability to perform job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Completion of a technical school program, full apprenticeship, or a three-year in-company training program.
  • Over 10 years of experience in machining roles.

Additional Skills:

  • Strong ability to read blueprints and specifications, producing high-precision work.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and initiative.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a sense of urgency.
  • Capability to meet deadlines consistently while delivering quality results.

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