CNC Machinist - Lathe

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : About Lexair Inc.

For over 48 years, Lexair Inc. has ranked as a World Class Manufacturer of Fluid Power Products, Compressors, and Machine Tool Accessories. We are proud to be a privately held, American-owned corporation with all facets of our business contained under one roof. At Lexair, we value innovation, dedication, and team collaboration to produce the highest quality of industrial solutions for todays market. Most importantly, we value our employees and customers.

Is working in a safe, supportive, and modern machine shop a priority for you?

Consider joining the Lexair Family.

Position Summary

As a Machinist at Lexair, Inc., you will play a key role in our precision manufacturing processes. You will set up and operate manual machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders to produce high-quality components. This role requires expertise in reading blueprints, selecting the appropriate tools, and ensuring dimensional accuracy to meet customer specifications. In addition, you will be cross trained to QC, and most every machine in the shop. The Machinist is relied on to help trouble shoot, drive quality parts, and as a problem solver. Specifically, right now we need a machinist that has Lathe / Swiss Lathe experience.

Key Responsibilities

CNC Programming & Operation : Program, set up, and operate CNC machines using G code and conversational programming.

• Machine Operation : Efficiently operate multiple machines, maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Tooling Preparation : Prepare tooling requirements as specified in the setup instructions provided with each job order.
• Part Preparation : Manually insert parts into work holding devices as per instructions for each assignment.
• Machining Process : Execute the machining process, performing first article inspections and subsequent machining of components after approval from the Quality Assurance department. Conduct in-process inspections to ensure integrity throughout the lot / batch of parts.
• Multi-Tasking :

Keep multiple pallets loaded and ready for machining, depending on the machine being operated (2-15 pallets).

Record start and end times associated with each operation using a barcoded job order system.

Material Handling : Operate dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed for material handling.

Other Duties : Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications :

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

General Education : Technical Mathematics including geometry and trigonometry.

Computer literacy.

Training (Vocational education in) :

Programming CNC Machine Tools (G Code and Conversational).

Basic Machine Shop Practices.

Blueprint Reading.

Fundamentals of Dimensional Metrology.

Experience in ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Environment :

Work is primarily performed in a machine shop setting, with exposure to noise, coolants, and other machine operation elements.

Physical Demands :

Standing for extended periods.

Frequent bending, reaching, and manual dexterity to operate machines.

Ability to push / pull / lift and move objects up to 75 lbs.

Manual handling of parts and materials is required.

Work Schedule

Days : Monday through Thursday, 7 : 00 AM to 5 : 30 PM, or alternate schedules as needed and or designated.

Break Periods for current schedule :

Morning : 9 : 30 AM to 9 : 40 AM

Noon : 12 : 00 PM to 12 : 30 PM

Afternoon : 3 : 00 PM to 3 : 10 PM

Overtime : May be required based on production demands, typically scheduled on Fridays or as determined by the Shop Supervisor.

Benefits

4-day work week

1st Shift

PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(K) with company match