CNC Lathe Operator**
**Job Description**
Operate CNC lathes while following instructions on a job traveler for different operations on various parts and jobs for the aerospace and defense industries. Specific experience in operating Mazaks, Okumas, or Doosan machines is highly preferred. Interpret and understand drawings and schematics to produce the highest quality parts with incredibly tight tolerances. Measure parts and make offsets to machine or parts as needed to achieve perfect parts. Complete necessary First Article Inspections and 'In-Process' checks by recording measured dimensions as required. Communicate with management and quality control about issues or problems with parts or equipment. Maintain equipment and work area to standard.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate CNC lathes for various aerospace and defense industry parts.
+ Interpret and understand technical drawings and schematics.
+ Measure parts and make necessary machine offsets to ensure precision.
+ Perform First Article Inspections and 'In-Process' checks.
+ Communicate with management and quality control regarding part or equipment issues.
+ Maintain equipment and work area to standard.
**Essential Skills**
+ CNC Lathe Operating experience.
+ Ability to read blueprints.
+ Great attention to detail.
+ Good computer and mathematical skills.
+ Proficient in using measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
+ High School Diploma or equivalent.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience with Mazaks, Okumas, or Doosan machines is highly preferred.
+ Experience with CNC grinding and set-up is a plus.
+ Familiarity with CMM is beneficial.
**Why Work Here?**
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to advance their CNC operating skills. We offer a supportive environment where you can learn how to set up and program CNC machinery. Our company provides excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, and a 401K plan. Enjoy paid holidays, including your birthday and a floating holiday.
**Work Environment**
Work in a small job shop environment with roughly 12 total employees. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where the majority of employees are experienced and understand the tasks at hand. The shop is clean but has a vintage charm. The shift is Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with overtime as needed.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
**Job Description**
Operate CNC lathes while following instructions on a job traveler for different operations on various parts and jobs for the aerospace and defense industries. Specific experience in operating Mazaks, Okumas, or Doosan machines is highly preferred. Interpret and understand drawings and schematics to produce the highest quality parts with incredibly tight tolerances. Measure parts and make offsets to machine or parts as needed to achieve perfect parts. Complete necessary First Article Inspections and 'In-Process' checks by recording measured dimensions as required. Communicate with management and quality control about issues or problems with parts or equipment. Maintain equipment and work area to standard.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate CNC lathes for various aerospace and defense industry parts.
+ Interpret and understand technical drawings and schematics.
+ Measure parts and make necessary machine offsets to ensure precision.
+ Perform First Article Inspections and 'In-Process' checks.
+ Communicate with management and quality control regarding part or equipment issues.
+ Maintain equipment and work area to standard.
**Essential Skills**
+ CNC Lathe Operating experience.
+ Ability to read blueprints.
+ Great attention to detail.
+ Good computer and mathematical skills.
+ Proficient in using measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
+ High School Diploma or equivalent.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience with Mazaks, Okumas, or Doosan machines is highly preferred.
+ Experience with CNC grinding and set-up is a plus.
+ Familiarity with CMM is beneficial.
**Why Work Here?**
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to advance their CNC operating skills. We offer a supportive environment where you can learn how to set up and program CNC machinery. Our company provides excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, and a 401K plan. Enjoy paid holidays, including your birthday and a floating holiday.
**Work Environment**
Work in a small job shop environment with roughly 12 total employees. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where the majority of employees are experienced and understand the tasks at hand. The shop is clean but has a vintage charm. The shift is Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with overtime as needed.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 488288499
Originally Posted on: 8/6/2025
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