Lathe Machinist

Job Title: Lathe Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lathe Turning Machinist who excels in operating and setting up CNC lathes. This role is perfect for a self-sufficient machinist who can confidently run parts, understand programs, and maintain quality standards with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes in a production environment.
• Utilize and understand programming, including editing, troubleshooting, and running jobs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to inspect parts and ensure quality and tolerance requirements are met.
• Use common measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Load and work with fixtures and tooling.
• Operate independently with minimal assistance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of Lathe Turning machining experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and measuring parts.
• Familiarity with fixtures and the ability to operate independently.
• Experience with CNC lathe machines and programming.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with specific machines like Mazak and Mazatrol.
• Skill in using tools such as drill press and shear.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your expertise is valued and your skills are honed in a supportive environment. Enjoy the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a company that prioritizes safety and quality. Benefit from a structured shift schedule that allows for a balanced work-life.

Work Environment

All positions are on 10-hour shifts with every other Saturday scheduled. Shift 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM. The night shift may be more operator-focused, but programming experience is highly valued. The work environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brighton, MI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $31.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Brighton,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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.