2nd Shift - CNC Bar Feed/BNE Lathe Operator - 4-Day Work Week (4x10) 4:00P - 2:30A or 5 Day (5x8) (M-F 4PM-12:30AM)

Job DetailsJob Location: Schultes Precision - Buffalo Grove, IL 60089Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyIncentives:

Shift Differential: 10%

401K: 100% Matching 6%

Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program

Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.

Job Summary: 

The CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Lathe Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC single turret/dual turret, twin spindle lathes to produce high quality parts according to blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to read and interpret drawings, understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), with a commitment to Safety and Precision in a Manufacturing environment. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

Operate single turret/dual turret, twin spindle CNC Lathe Machines with Live Tooling capabilities, attached with 6’ bar feeders 

Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (e.g., Micrometers, Pin gages, bore gages, Thread gages, Plug gages, Drop Indicators, Height gages, Comparators) 

As required, ability to manual deburr parts during the machining process 

Ability to make offsets to tooling under Fanuc controls 

Identify and resolve machining issues such as tool wear to maintain the customer required dimensions 

Accurately record production data, including quantities and quality inspections 

Follow all safety protocols and ensure the workspace is cleaned and organized 

Required Skills/Abilities:  

Ability to read and interpret blueprints 

Understanding of GD&T 

Familiarity with CNC lathes and measuring equipment 

Strong focus on accuracy and quality 

Strong communication skills. 

Ability to hold tolerances as tight as +/-.0002 

Education and Experience: 

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) 

Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, NIMS, CNC Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) 

At least 3 years of CNC Operation  

Experience on Nakamura-Tome/Miyano Lathes is a plus, but not required 

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk, and hear. 

The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  
QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities:

Understanding work order, blueprints, control plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, critical surfaces/edges, and machining parameters while interpreting geometric dimension and tolerances (GD&T)
Understanding work instructions ad zero/reference points
Understanding of basic math, geometry, and trigonometry
Positive and proactive attitude toward completing work orders
Willingness to learn and grow through Sun Hydraulics
Meeting commitments and obligations

Education and Experience:

High school diploma/GED required
Technical college degree preferred
2+ years' experience using production machinery
Experience working with a Mazak Star/Integrex or Swiss Lathes a plus

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing
Prolonged period of sitting
Ability to lift 50 pounds at times