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Lathe Operator at Protolabs

Department: Manufacturing

Compensation

$20 – $25/hr

Setup
On-site
Location
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Type
Full-time
Level
entry
Posted

Description

Protolabs is hiring a Lathe Operator for a Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM shift. The role involves setting up and operating CNC lathes and mill-turn machines, handling power tools and cutting tools, troubleshooting dimensional and surface-finish issues, performing basic visual inspections and calibrations, and maintaining quality and safety standards. Candidates need at least one year of CNC machining experience, lathe-operation knowledge, finishing skills, toolpath understanding, and measurement-caliper skills. The position offers health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, and other benefits, and is limited to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or eligible refugee or asylee status.

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