Turning - Lathe Machinist | Night Shift + Weekends

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Mfg Supervision Craft Workers Sidney, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition

Location:

Sidney, OH

Compensation | Weekly & Competitive Pay + Shift Differential + Overtime + Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

Shift(s) Available:
Night Shift | Monday - Friday | 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM

DRT Aerospace is seeking an experienced Turning Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Meriden, CT. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC lathes and turning centers to manufacture precision aerospace components used in demanding commercial and defense applications.

If you take pride in producing high-quality parts, holding tight tolerances, and solving machining challenges, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a leading aerospace manufacturer.

At DRT Aerospace, you'll be part of a team that manufactures critical aerospace components for industry-leading customers. We invest in our people, promote internal growth, and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact on operational success.

• Competitive Pay + Paid Training
• Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match
• Paid time off and holidays + Floating Holiday
• Training and professional development
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturing environment

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and turning centers.
• Load tooling, fixtures, and materials according to setup documentation.
• Perform machine offsets and tooling adjustments to maintain dimensional requirements.
• Monitor machining operations and make necessary corrections throughout production runs.
• Produce precision aerospace components to engineering specifications and quality requirements.

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and process documentation.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and height gauges.
• Verify dimensional accuracy and maintain tight tolerances.
• Identify and report quality concerns or process deviations.

• Monitor tooling performance and perform tool changes as needed.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and dimensional issues.
• Recommend process improvements to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.
• Adhere to AS9100 quality standards and established work instructions.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of CNC turning or lathe experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and turning centers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience working with tight tolerances and precision-machined components.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Experience machining titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, and other aerospace alloys.
• Experience with Fanuc controls.
• Multi-axis turning experience.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience in an AS9100-regulated environment.
• Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.

Bring your machining expertise to a company where precision matters, quality comes first, and your work helps…