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Posted March 13, 2026
J & E PRECISION TOOL LLC

CNC Lathe Machinist

Southampton, MA, USA Full Time
Compensation: $20 to $40 Annually
Pay Rate will be negotiated based on experience.

J&E Precision Tool, Inc has an immediate opening for an experienced CNC Lathe Setup / Operator to produce close tolerance aerospace parts. We are a rapidly growing, registered ISO9001/AS9100 shop who is looking for someone like you.

  • Plans assigned jobs in coordination with the programmer, general manager, and production manager.
  • Studies work orders, blueprints, engineering plans and book documents.
  • Understand specifications and desired results.
  • Gathers appropriate material, tooling, fixturing and other supplies.
  • Sets-up mills and/or lathes by installing and adjusting chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers or other specific standards given by engineering; indicating vices; tramming heads, etc.
  • Maintaining machine coolant, oil levels, etc. at all times in machine.
  • Changing out chip bins when necessary.
  • Supervise the machine while it is running and make any necessary adjustments when needed.
  • Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly.
  • Submit to Quality Inspector for first piece, in process, and final inspections.
  • Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements provided on the maintenance sign off sheets; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying management of issues for repairs to be scheduled.
  • Operate additional machinery when required without supervision.
  • Complete necessary annual training for audit preparation.
  • Maintain a neat and tidy work area; Use time wisely.
  • All other duties as assigned by top management.

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