Experienced CNC Lathe Machinists

5 hours ago

New Hartford, New York, United States Riverhawk Company Full time

Riverhawk Company is a New Hartford–based manufacturer specializing in hydraulic tensioning systems, custom engineered tooling, and precision solutions for rotating equipment across industrial, energy, and emerging technology markets. Our success is driven by skilled people who take pride in quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are currently seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to join our second shift (Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-11:00pm) manufacturing team. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC milling machines to produce high mix, low volume precision components that meet exact specifications and quality standards.

What you'll do:

  • Set up and operate CNC lathe machines to produce a variety of parts and products to specification
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
  • Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters
  • Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
  • Make program edits and offsets as needed to ensure quality and efficiency
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and production teams
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend process improvements
  • Adhere to all safety, quality, and company standards

What we need: Applicants should have the following skills and abilities.

  • Minimum five (5) years of CNC Lathe experience in a manufacturing environment required
  • Prior experience setting up and running NLX or Mazak Lathes preferred
  • Strong understanding of CNC machining principles, tooling, and materials
  • Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and GD&T
  • Experience with tight tolerances and high-precision parts

  • Knowledge of FeedSpeed

  • Experience machining stainless steel, alloy steels, and other specialty materials

  • Familiarity with high-mix, low-volume manufacturing
  • Familiarity with ISO-style quality systems
  • Demonstrate excellent safety practiceshousekeeping
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Manual machining experience and/or grind experience a plus
  • Willingness to work a minimum of eight hours of overtime per week on an as-needed basis during busy times

What you get: Riverhawk Company offers a competitive pay and benefit package for their employees.

  • Pay range - $ /hr (please note that this range will vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, prior experience, knowledge, skills, and education as they relate to the position's qualifications.)
  • 96 hours of PTO and an additional 56 hours of paid sick leave annually for new hires, with additional PTO added after five years of service
  • Ten paid holidays
  • Discretionary bonuses based on company performance
  • Outstanding medical insurance with a company funded health reimbursement account (HRA) to cover medical bills
  • Choice of two dental insurance options
  • Vision insurance
  • Immediate 100% vesting in Company 401(k) Plan with 3% Company Contribution
  • Company paid short term disability insurance and $25,000 life insurance policy with the option to purchase long term disability insurance and additional life insurance if interested
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Shift differential for second shift work

Riverhawk Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factors.

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