Lathe Machinist

CNC lathe machinist role focused on complex aerospace setups, multi-axis turning, first article work, tight-tolerance machining, and precision inspection.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of CNC lathe setup and operation experience

• Aerospace or high-precision manufacturing experience

• CNC lathe machining experience with C-axis and Y-axis

• Experience using jaws of various sizes

• Experience using 16C and 5C collets

• Multi-axis CNC turning experience

• Live tooling experience

• Sub-spindle experience

• Experience performing complex CNC setups

• First article inspection experience

• GD&T knowledge

• Blueprint reading experience

• Experience working with tight tolerances

• Experience machining hard-to-cut alloys

• Experience machining heat-resistant aerospace materials

• Working knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and FAA quality requirements

• Proficiency with inspection tools

• Experience using precision measuring techniques

Preferred Skills

• Okuma control experience

• Fanuc control experience

• Y-axis turning experience

• Aerospace alloy machining experience

• High-precision production machining experience

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes for aerospace and high-precision components

• Perform complex setups for multi-axis CNC turning operations

• Run CNC lathe machining operations using C-axis and Y-axis capabilities

• Use live tooling and sub-spindle functions during machining operations

• Select and use jaws, collets, and workholding based on part requirements

• Perform first article inspection activities

• Interpret blueprints, GD&T requirements, and tight-tolerance specifications

• Machine hard-to-cut alloys and heat-resistant materials

• Use inspection tools and precision measuring equipment to verify part quality

• Troubleshoot CNC lathe setup, machining, tooling, and inspection issues

• Produce parts according to established standards, procedures, and quality requirements

• Follow AS9100, NADCAP, and FAA quality requirements

Pay: 35-40/hr

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client.

Pay Details: $35.00 to $40.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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