REQUIRED: This company is seeking candidates with at least 4 years of US military experience.
Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a 2nd or 3rd shift Lathe Machinist out of their Charlotte NC production facility. For over 150 years, this global energy & technology company focuses on internal training and growth opportunities of its' employees, offering unlimited career advancement.
REQUIRED: 4+ years of manual and CNC lathe experience (experience with using steady rest supports is highly preferred and will give you a huge advantage over other candidates.)
Compensation: $34.42/hr (+ $1.00 shift differential + relo assistance)
Shift:
2nd Shift: Mon-Fri, 4:00pm-12:00am
3rd Shift: Mon-Fri, 12:00am-8:00am
What You Will Do:
Machine large electrical generator rotor shafts, which are typically made from 50 to 70-ton high alloy steel forgings. Setup and align using steady rests. Operate one or more of the following machine tools: Tacchi CNC Lathe (18-meter length, 110-ton capacity), Ferrel CNC Lathe (17-meter length, 300-ton capacity), Ferrel CNC Lathe (11-meter length, 60-ton capacity), Ferrel CNC Lathe (16-meter length, 160-ton capacity), and Betts-Bridgeford Manual Lathe. Engage in continuous improvement by applying 5S methodology as a component of a Lean production system
- At the beginning of a shift, meet with team and supervisor at a shift kickoff meeting to discuss a daily safety topic, job assignments, and shift goals. At an assigned lathe, begin machining a new generator rotor shaft.
- Access the electronic production system to check shop notes from the previous shift; look up the work instructions and setup equipment for the production order.
- Complete the machine setup by adjusting the position of the steady rests and changing over the steady rest shoes to the correct diameter.
- Load the rotor into the lathe (with the assistance of a crane operator.)
- Align the rotor and install the cutting tool needed for the first operation.
- Continue with machining operations until end of shift; leave shop notes in the electronic production system for the next shift team so they can continue machining.
Education and Work Experience
- At least 4 years US Military experience required.
- 4+ years of manual and CNC lathe experience, preferably using steady rest supports
- Strong knowledge of G- and M-codes; basic mathematical knowledge
- Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, specifications, charts and tables; ability to use precision measuring instruments
- Will need to obtain fork truck and crane license through internal company-paid certification programs
Title: Lathe Machinist
Location: Charlotte NC
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