Cnc Lathe Machinist

CNC Lathe Machinist

This role involves operating CNC lathes to machine precision bearings and gears for the aerospace and defense industry. You will set up and run a variety of CNC machines, work with stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic metals, and use precision measuring tools to inspect and verify the quality of your own parts.

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines to produce precision bearings and gears for aerospace and defense applications.
• Work with CNC equipment such as Okuma, Haas, NTX
  2000L, Doosan Vertical Turning Lathes, and similar machines.
• Perform complete CNC setups, including loading programs, selecting appropriate tooling, and adjusting offsets.
• Machine components from stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic metals while maintaining tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and other inspection instruments to inspect and verify your own parts.
• Perform in-process inspections and make necessary adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Follow established machining, safety, and quality procedures in a precision machining environment.
• Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts in machining and inspection processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials.

• Proven experience operating CNC lathes in a precision machining environment.
• Hands-on experience setting up CNC lathes, including tooling, offsets, and program loading.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and other inspection instruments.
• Experience machining stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic metals.
• Professional experience in aerospace machining is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CNC mills and general CNC machine operation.
• Experience performing self-inspection and in-process inspection of machined parts.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and follow established safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precision components.

• Experience with Okuma and Haas CNC machines.
• Experience with NTX
  2000L and Doosan Vertical Turning Lathes or similar equipment.
• Exposure to aerospace industry standards and requirements.
• Comfort working with a variety of exotic metals beyond stainless steel, titanium, and Inconel.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a production environment.
• Willingness to work multiple shifts and weekends as needed.

You will join a team that values meaningful work and offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth. Enjoy 12 paid holidays, two weeks of vacation, and medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with basic life insurance and health and wellness programs. Take advantage of a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement to further your skills, and a generous sign-on bonus structure when converting to direct employment.

Additional perks include a safety prescription glasses allowance, as well as provided uniforms and laundry services, all within a supportive, team-oriented culture.

This position is based in a production machine shop environment supporting aerospace and defense work. The facility operates on two primary shifts: a first shift from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and a second shift from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with the expectation that employees remain open to working weekends and Saturdays when required. The machine shop itself does not have air conditioning, but air-conditioned break rooms are available for relief and comfort.

The culture is team-oriented and friendly, with a sizable workforce on each shift, fostering collaboration and support. You will work around CNC lathes, mills, and other precision machining equipment, handling exotic metals and using precision measuring instruments daily. The dress code requires…