CNC Lathe Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Lathe Machinist - 2nd and Weekend Shift Precision Machining Opportunity | Advanced Equipment | Clean, Climate-Controlled Facility

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist who takes pride in producing high-precision parts and holding extremely tight tolerances? Join a growing precision manufacturing team where you'll work with advanced CNC equipment, challenging projects, and a collaborative shop culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Lathe Machinist looking to expand their expertise in a modern job shop environment serving high-precision industries.

What You'll Do

• Perform complete CNC lathe setups, including tooling selection, offsets, and first-piece verification.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize machine performance to maintain quality and production efficiency.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Hold tight tolerances as close as ±0.0002" on precision components.
• Machine a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, Inconel, brass, and other exotic alloys.
• Set up and operate advanced CNC lathes, including dual-spindle, twin-turret, multi-axis, and live-tooling machines.
• Edit programs at the machine to improve cycle times and accommodate engineering changes.
• Produce both short-run and high-volume production parts while maintaining quality standards.
• Work with small, intricate components requiring exceptional attention to detail.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area while following all quality and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC lathe setup experience in a production or job shop environment.
• At least 2 years of experience machining precision components to tolerances of ±0.0002" in aerospace, medical, or similarly regulated industries.
• Strong experience with CNC lathe operation, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience reading and understanding CNC programs and machine layouts.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls or similar CNC control systems.
• Experience machining stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, Inconel, brass, and exotic materials.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality parts.

Work Environment

• Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
• Collaborative team culture with strong cross-training opportunities.
• Exposure to advanced machining technologies including Swiss machines, CNC lathes, and CNC mills.
• Modern equipment featuring Tsugami, Citizen, Puma, Doosan, Haas, Lynx, and CHNC machines.
• Casual work environment with required PPE provided.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced machinists and expand technical skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work with cutting-edge CNC technology.
• Diverse mix of projects and production runs.
• Stable, established manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership committed to employee development and teamwork.
• Opportunity for continued growth and skill advancement within a precision machining operation.

If you're looking for a challenging CNC machining role where your setup expertise, precision machining skills, and attention to detail will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bloomington, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Great benefits with the company

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bloomington, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,MN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.