Mazatrol Lathe Applications Programmer & Setup Specialist
Rusco Manufacturing · Machesney Park, IL · 2 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Program at the machine in Mazatrol or G-code and complete end-to-end production setups.
- Install fixtures
- Load tools
- Set tool registers and offsets
- Configure machine control parameters
Run and validate first-piece sample parts before releasing to production.
Continuously monitor machining, identify malfunctions, and make real-time adjustments to stabilize the process.
Verify dimensions and finishes to prints using GD&T requirements.
Mazak controls:
- T-32
- T+
- Fusion
- Matrix
- Smooth Control
CAM software:
- Mastercam
- Mazatrol
Equipment familiarity:
- 2-axis CNC lathes
- 3-axis CNC lathes
- 4-axis CNC lathes
- CNC Swiss (Star)
Must-have background:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in a production manufacturing environment; 3–5 years preferred
- G-code and M-code proficiency with strong CNC programming skills
- Proven production setup capability for repeatable runs
- PLC troubleshooting and PLC programming proficiency
- Hands-on experience with Mazak CNC lathes (2–4 axis)
- Comfort with CAM workflows and tools
Great to have:
- Live tooling and Y-axis experience
Quality focus:
- Strong command of GD&T and inspection against prints
- Ownership of machine setups for production runs from first-piece through completion
Brands you’ll touch:
- Mazak
- Star