Manual Lathe Machinist
AI Summary
Manual Lathe Machinist turns components and assemblies on manual horizontal lathes, works from engineering prints and GD&T, and assembles mechanical automation equipment. The role also includes jig setup, inspection, pneumatics, troubleshooting, and documentation in a small-to-medium shop.
About this role
Overview
We're hiring Manual Lathe Machinists for our industrial automation equipment shop in Greenback, TN.
We build automation equipment used by manufacturing companies worldwide, machines combining precision-machined parts with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, and controls. This role centers on the manual horizontal lathe: turning components and partially built assemblies mounted on turning jigs to exact runout with perfectly smooth transitions.
When you're off the lathe, you'll build high-mix, low-volume mechanical assemblies to print and GD&T. We're a small-to-medium shop, so the work is varied and every builder shapes the finished machine.
Why Join Us
- Four-Day Week: Monday–Thursday schedule means a three-day weekend every week.
- Two Trades: Run the manual lathe and build complete automation machines.
- Global Reach: Machines you build run in manufacturing plants worldwide.
Compensation
- $24 – $27 / hr
Shift
- 1st shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Responsibilities
- Manual Turning: Turn components and assemblies to exact diameters and runout.
- Jig Work: Mount and turn segments on specialized turning jigs.
- Inspection: Verify critical dimensions with micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
- Mechanical Assembly: Build systems from machined parts, welded components, shafts, and fasteners.
- Blueprint Reading: Work to engineering drawings, work instructions, and GD&T tolerances.
- Pneumatics: Install actuators and route air lines cleanly and safely.
- Troubleshooting: Flag machining or assembly issues early and propose practical fixes.
- Documentation: Complete in-process quality checks and traceability paperwork.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years of experience operating manual horizontal lathes
- Skilled with micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators
- Able to consistently hold tight tolerances
- Reads complex blueprints and build documentation
- Able to interpret GD&T callouts on prints
- Experience assembling complicated mechanical systems
Preferred
- Automotive repair, industrial maintenance, or millwright background
- Experience assembling pneumatic actuators and air lines
- Familiarity with hydraulics, controls, or electronics
- Experience in high-mix, low-volume job shops
- Experience turning work mounted on jigs
