6 Lathe Machine Operator Jobs in Chennai

Employers added 1 new listings this month. There are a growing number of Lathe Machine Operator jobs open in Chennai right now. Hiring for this role is still picking up. Most of the hiring is for Manufacturing category. Companies in automobile, electronics, textiles and FMCG are hiring. Most of the jobs are in Ambattur and Royapuram. That is where most of the hiring happens right now.

In Chennai, almost every Lathe Machine Operator job is work from office. Their day-to-day covers job setup, turning operations, dimensional checks and machine upkeep. Most of the work involves lathe machines, micrometers, vernier calipers and cutting tools. What sets this job apart is that it operates manual turning machines requiring hand-skill control. If you have 0-1 years of experience, you can apply for most of these jobs. Cross 1-7 years and companies will hand you a small team or a complete process to own.

A handful of companies are hiring for this role. Aruna Safety Lockers, Jay Ess Industries and Kth Hr Consulting Zone are hiring lathe machine operators in Chennai right now. These jobs are with companies in automobile, electronics, textiles and FMCG. Big companies usually offer a fixed salary range and have two or three interview rounds, while smaller firms tend to hire faster and focus more on your practical skills. Read each job post carefully before you apply.

Lathe machine operators in Chennai usually earn between Rs 20,000 and Rs 30,000 a month. This range covers most job posts in the city. You get paid as fixed salary with overtime. The longer you stay and the bigger the company, the more you earn. Bring 10th pass and you clear the first hurdle. If you hold an ITI, the higher-paying roles become easier to land. Look out for incentives or a shift allowance, since these push your pay past the midpoint. ITI certification and Safety training can also help you earn more.

Companies hiring lathe machine operators in Chennai expect discipline, consistency and teamwork as a baseline. On top of that, they mainly want machine setting, turning accuracy and measurement. From this job, most people move up to senior and supervisory roles. Each step means running more of the work on your own inside Manufacturing. This typically comes from steady, reliable performance. If this role does not fit, Machine Operator, CNC Machine Operator and Welder are worth a look in Chennai. These roles belong to the same Manufacturing group.

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