Siemens Conversational CNC Lathe Programmer-Machinist (Fryer Equipment)

Day in the Life

You begin at a Fryer CNC lathe equipped with a Siemens control, reviewing prints and detailed instructions for a unique build. You set tools, dial in workholding, and create an on-machine conversational program. As machining progresses, you measure, tweak offsets, restart the program mid-stream when needed, and finish with careful deburring and self-inspection. No two days look the same—most assignments are one-of-a-kind, and a production "run" rarely exceeds five pieces.

What You'll Work On

• Precision injection molding and extrusion screws for plastic manufacturing equipment
• Materials: alloy steel, tool steel, and high-temperature alloys such as Inconel
• Size range: from approximately 1" OD x 20" length up to 10" OD x 25' length

Core Responsibilities

• Set up the Fryer CNC lathe and perform on-machine conversational programming (Siemens)
• Execute machining operations, adjust tooling/offsets, and restart programs mid-cycle when required
• Deburr and perform in-process and final inspections of your own work
• Interpret and follow prints and detailed job instructions
• Assist on conventional equipment as needed: knee mills, horizontal boring mills, and manual lathes

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a push-button environment. Programs are rarely run start-to-finish without interaction. You’ll continuously engage with the machine and the part—making adjustments that directly influence quality and outcomes.

What You Bring

• CNC programming proficiency
• Strong CNC machine setup and changeover skills
• Solid manual machining capabilities

Equipment & Tech You'll Use

• Fryer CNC Lathe with Siemens control (2–4 axis)
• CAM software
• Conventional knee mills, horizontal boring mills, and manual lathes