CNC Horizontal Lathe Set up Operator - 3rd shift

Company: United Gear & Assembly
Location: Hudson
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

$1,000 sign on bonus Hiring Immediately United Gear & Assembly offers: Benefits program active 1st of the month following your start date which includes; health, HRA, FSA, vision and dental insurance 401k program with 4% company contribution Company paid short term disability with elective long term disability Company paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available 40 hours paid vacation after 6 months 10 paid holidays Profit sharing plan United Gear and Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to various global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based out of Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with a broad range of capabilities encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating and Assembly. With a reputation built on satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customers needs and a competitive position in the global market, UGA has become a world-class supplier to the industry. United Gear & Assembly is ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and we combine our engineering expertise, industry and application knowledge with design and process collaboration, to bring our customers high quality, cost effective solutions, delivered on time. RESPONSIBILITES Sets up and operates horizontal multi axis lathes to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing and/or threading of parts. Review blueprints, job breakdown sheets and QC documents of part to determine the machine settings, specifications, fixtures, and tools necessary to produce the part. Selects and installs tooling or preset tooling in tool posts, turret, arbors or indexing heads and tool magazine in sequence as defined on job breakdown sheets. Mounts work piece between centers, on arbor, on a chuck or to a faceplate manually or using a hoist. Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares to process sheets to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates and speeds of machining cuts. Adjusts and directs flow of coolant against tooling and work piece. Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces to conformance to specifications, using inspection equipment's as specified on QC documents. Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications, using specified measuring instructions and QC documentation. Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run for the purpose of shortening changeover time. May set tools before positioning them in machine, using precision gauges and instruments. May setup and operate another machine tool during machining cycles. Preform preventive maintenance on machine and maintain cleanliness of work area. Complete "Daily Operator Checklist" at the beginning of each shift or when moving to new area. Additional duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2-degree program. Two to five years' experience with Gear Cutting, Hobb and Lathe equipment in a manufacturing environment. Computer literate with the ability to learn and work statistical and manufacturing software applications. Duties require verbal and written communication skills. Microsoft Office Professional, Word, Excel, statistical and manufacturer software a plus Important Qualities for Successful Job Performance: (Y for Yes, N for No) Problem Solving: Y Analytical Ability: Y Communication Skills: Y Bilingual: N Interpersonal Skills: Y Dexterity: Y ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide on-the-job training to employee on software application and use. Physical Demands (By percentage of activity) Standing: 90% Walking: 50% Sitting: 5% Balancing: 0% Stooping: 5% Kneeling: 0% Crouching: 5% Crawling: 0% Climbing: 0% Hearing: 40% Talking 25% Tasting or Smelling: 0% Reaching/working overhead: 0% Keyboard use/repetitive Hand Motion: 1% Pushing: 10% Weight: 50 lbs. Pulling: 10% Weight: 50 lbs. Lifting: 80% Weight: 50 lbs. Carrying: 10% Weight: 50 lbs. Work Environment (Percent of the on-the-job time exposed to each condition) Vibration: 0% Radiation: 0% Explosives: 0% Electricity: 0% Non-weather heat: 0% Non-Weather cold: 0% Outdoor Weather: 0% Height: 0% Toxic/caustic chemicals: 0% Moving mechanical parts: 0% Fumes or airborne particles: 90% Non-weather wet, humid conditions: 0% Sunday through Thursday 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Shift differential is $4.00 per hour additional Candidate would need to be able to train on 1st shift. Compensation details: 27-27 Hourly Wage PIc8f99627bd89-7506

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