Lathe Operator

POSITION: LATHE OPERATOR

SCOPE:

- Produces sealed lamp assemblies of various sizes by using hydrogen and oxygen torches on a glass lathe with tooling to maintain a sealed environment.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- May assist with monthly inventory counts
- May assist with other tasks within the manufacturing or shipping areas

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Proven ability to use torch and lathe on a consistent basis
- Must be detail oriented and have excellent eyesight
- Must be able to meet minimum model-specific production standards while diligently following established process steps on a consistent basis
- Must be able to read dimensional drawings and use basic measuring tools, fixtures, and aids Specialized knowledge or advanced education
- Trade school training or commensurate on-the-job experience using torch and lathe, preferably in producing Pyrex or quartz glass tubing, gas Laser tubing, or with torch welding

EDUCATION:

- High-school/Trade school or equivalent experience.
- Will consider Machinist certification.

EXPERIENCE:

- Minimum 6 months - 1 year's related experience
- Associated Safety Training
- General Safety Hazardous Materials Hazardous

Operates a lathe to form glass or glass to metal by using a hand torch. - Determine sequence of operations by referring to video overlays, specifications, and work orders.
- Regulate machine by setting and adjusting controls.
- Prepare lathe by positioning and securing glass tubes and glass and metal components, and using hand-held torches and fixtures to form outer bulb envelopes, fabricate glass seals onto metal rods, or adjust arc gap spacing within the bulb.