Lathe Operator
Core
Set-up and operate CNC lathe/mill turn machines to produce quality complex prototype and production parts.
Role type
CNC Lathe Operator
Builds
Prototype and production parts
Domain
Digital manufacturing / CNC machining
Required skills
CNC lathe operation, CNC mill operation, power tool operation, basic part inspection, troubleshooting dimensional issues, surface finish troubleshooting, cutting tool installation and maintenance, bar stock handling, visual quality inspection, calibration, deburring, sanding, measurement with calipers and rulers (via careerplan.io/jobs/fcb6ecc5-ee3e-4740-8fa3-2ef8e2b1dfad-lathe-operator-at-protolabs)
Preferred skills
Problem-solving, process improvement, knowledge sharing
Technologies
CNC lathes, CNC mills, ER style collets, spindle liner assemblies, spanner wrenches, collet exchange tools