A lathe-worker, also known as a TURNER, is a skilled worker who operates a lathe machine to shape and form metal or wood into desired shapes. The TURNER uses the lathe to cut, sand, drill, and shape the material into the desired shape. They may also use other tools such as chisels, files, and saws to complete the job. The TURNER must have a good understanding of the material they are working with and the tools they are using in order to produce the desired results.