CNC Lathe Operator (1st Shift)

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: CNC Lathe Operator (1st Shift)

Location(s): Fenton, MO

• 1ST Shift
• Monday - Friday/ 6AM - 2:30PM

• Setup, layout and operate various CNC lathes and/or mills
• Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances and tooling instructions such as fixtures, cutting speeds, depth of cut and determines sequence of operations.
• Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder.
• Positions and secures work piece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers or fixtures.
• Moves controls to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds and depth of cut.
• Sets up fixture, starts machine.
• Requires ability to read precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformity of machined work piece to specifications.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly
• Follows all Company rules and safety policies.
• Discusses errors in diagrams or production order with supervisor or engineer to clarify assembly problems.

• Performs any assembly-type functions, using hand or power tools.
• Adjusts, trim and fitting parts to close tolerances.
• Follows visual aids (standard work) to ensure work is correct.
• May perform testing of assembled product.
• Make up cartons, print labels, insert protective packing material, seal finishing product.
• Meet efficiency rates.
• Perform quality checks to ensure quality specifications are met.
• Work within all safety guidelines and wear all required PPE (steel toe shoes, hearing protection and safety glasses).
• Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor or team leader.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition - 5S.
• Must be flexible to rotate job assignments within various work cells.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervision

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ yrs of previous CNC experience preferred

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ability to add and subtract/basic maths
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to lift up to 25lb.
• Ability to stand 90% of shift.
• Needs experience in set-up, operating Haas, and experienced in adjusting offsets.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.