Top 12 Lathe operator Jobs in Fenton, Mo

Lead Machinist - Lathe
Seiler Instrument & MFG Co Inc —Kirkwood, MO
- Trade school
- Senior level
- 10 years
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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CNC Operator - 2nd Shift
Maxcess International —Eureka, MO
- Overtime
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Trade school
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CNC Machinist
Patterson Mold and Tool, LLC —Saint Charles, MO
- $25 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Tooling Mechanic
Boeing —Berkeley, MO
- $30.00 - $53.27 an hour
- Military
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Machine Operator - Entry Level
Wilson Manufacturing Company —St. Louis, MO
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Multiple hires
- In person
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Machinist II - 2nd Shift
Steris —St. Louis, MO
- $24.52 - $30.24 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift
Weir Group —St. Louis, MO
- $27 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
CNC Machinist - 3rd Shift
Weir Group —St. Louis, MO
- $27 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
CNC Operator/Machinist
Gateway Metallizing Inc —St. Louis, MO
- $20 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Machinist - Lathe

Seiler Instrument & MFG Co Inc -
Kirkwood, MO

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Job Details

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Blueprint specification interpretation
Fanuc
Machining fixtures
Machining tool setup
CNC G-code Programming
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Machine Shop Setup Lead with Lathe specialization to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading CNC lathe and turning-center set-ups, and ensuring efficient production of precision machined components for the defense and aerospace markets. You will collaborate closely with our programming staff, toolmaker staff, and machine operators to implement new lathe programs, complete job set-ups, and maintain high-quality production.

If you are a skilled and motivated lathe setup professional with a proven track record in CNC turning environments and machine shop leadership, we invite you to apply and contribute to our dynamic team.

Perks and Benefits:

Medical, Vision, and Dental health plans
Parental and Bonding Leave
PTO
401(k) Matching
Tuition Reimbursement

Here at Seiler we are committed to not only manufacturing and selling the highest quality systems and utilizing modern techniques, but we are also committed to our employees’ well-being and happiness. In addition to the perks above we also offer:

9 annual paid holidays
1-2 free company events every summer
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexibility in start/stop time for most positions
Profit Sharing and More!

Responsibilities include:

Collaborate with the Engineering Department and Machine Operators to set up CNC lathes and turning centers for first-time runs and repeat production, ensuring conforming parts and stable production processes.

Conduct first-piece inspections using precision measuring tools to verify lathe setup accuracy, dimensional conformance, and process readiness.

Troubleshoot turning, workholding, tooling, insert, offset, and cycle issues on CNC lathes; collaborate with programming staff to implement effective solutions.

Lead CNC lathe operators by providing coaching, setup guidance, and clear handoff instructions during machine turnover for production.

Measure, examine, or test completed turned components for defects, ensuring conformance to specifications. Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading is essential.

Monitor lathe machining times, improve setup repeatability, optimize efficiency, and recommend techniques or methods to refine existing lathe programs and processes.

Provide accurate feedback to Programmers on lathe program issues, tooling performance, workholding improvements, and production optimization opportunities.

Requirements:

Technical School Certificate in machining is preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a custom machine shop, with strong hands-on experience setting up CNC lathes and turning centers.

Familiarity with Fanuc-based lathe controls, Okuma, DMG Mori, and similar CNC lathe control platforms.

Proficiency in G & M programming codes, offsets, tool touch-offs, insert selection, workholding, and lathe setup documentation.

Experience in the defense or aerospace industry is preferred, including AS9100 production environments.

Extensive experience machining tight-tolerance castings and precision turned components is required.

For more information on Seiler Instrument and view important disclosures regarding EEO and how to request an accommodation in applying for this position please visit our website: http://www.seilerinst.com/our-company/careers/

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