L. J. Smith has been in the stair parts industry for more than 100 years and is the largest manufacturer and distributor of Stair Parts in the country.  Our continued growth over the past several decades is clearly a result of our leadership role in developing and taking to market new and innovative products and techniques.

The primary role of a Rotary Lathe Operator position is to efficiently and safely set up and operate the various automatic turning lathes. This is hands-on role and is expected to take ownership of the quality and quantity of product ran during his/her shift. This role is expected to be a self-starter and will receive general supervision from the department Foreman. This role is expected to be actively involved in any continual process improvements of this and other departments. This role is expected to be part of a cross-functional team that requires minimal direct supervision. This role will also have other tasks assigned based upon the current work load and the needs of the company and customer.

The knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the daily tasks and job duties bulleted above are as follows:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to legally work in the United States. Must be willing to work Over-Time, alternate shifts, and weekends as/if needed on short notice.
• Ability to use a personal computer to perform inquires, to update information, and to print labels.
• Must have a basic knowledge of arithmetic and know how to apply.
• Must be able and willing to train new hires or new departmental transfers.
• Must be able and comfortable working in a team-driven environment.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to determine priorities and who requires minimal supervision that is results driven.
• Must have troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to use measuring equipment (i.e.: tape measures, calipers, dial indicators, etc.…).
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering style drawings, sketches, and diagrams.
• Must be able to accurately and legibly complete various forms of paperwork.
• Must be able to follow instructions, policies, and procedures on how to set-up and operate equipment, inspect product, enter information into the system, and complete paperwork.
• Will perform set-ups on own lathe plus other’s lathes as needed.
• Ability to simultaneously run multiple lathes.
• Will be expected to clean the work area and department.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Other duties as assigned.

The physical requirements of this position are as follows:

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds on an infrequent basis. 
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move 20-25 pound items over an 8 hour period. 
• Ability to stand, walk, twist, 8 hours per day. 
• Ability to use basic hand tools (i.e.: wrenches, torque wrench, screw drivers, hammers, etc.…). 
• Ability to talk, listen, and speak clearly to co-workers.  
• Ability to wear all required PPE.

We participate in a Drug Free Safety Program for a drug-free workplace. All positions require background checks and a pre-employment drug screen. Wage is commensurate to the levels of knowledge, skill and ability that an applicant brings to this position.

L. J. Smith offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurances, 401(k) savings plan, tuition aid, paid holidays/vacations, etc., with most coverages available on the first of the month following the month in which employment begins.

Hourly new hires can qualify for a 50 cent increase after the successful completion of the 90 day Introduction Period and receive consideration for an additional merit wage increase each year on their hire anniversary date in conjunction with an acceptable Performance Review. Regular fulltime hourly employees also have the opportunity for earn up to $1200.00 in additional bonus compensation per year via our Key Performance Incentive (KPI) program.

We look forward to your resume!