Production Machinist (Temp, 2nd Shift)

Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist 2nd Shift Job Description This role operates CNC and manual shop machinery with a primary focus on machining metal materials on lathes. You will run repetitive production work, including drilling holes in cold-rolled steel, while setting up machines and editing existing programs as needed to meet blueprint specifications.

Operate CNC lathes to machine metal components according to detailed blueprints and specifications.

Set up CNC lathes, including tooling, workholding, offsets, and machine parameters for each job.

Run repetitive production work, primarily drilling holes in cold-rolled steel and other metal materials.

Program or edit CNC programs, including G-code, to produce parts accurately on lathes.

Adjust uploaded programs to correct dimensions, improve quality, or optimize cycle time when needed.

Operate vertical and horizontal CNC mills, including 3-axis and 5-axis machines, as required.

Use control systems such as Fanuc, Haas, and similar interfaces to operate and adjust CNC equipment.

Perform basic manual machining on manual lathes and mills when required to support production.

Set up and verify tooling and fixtures to ensure safe and efficient machining operations.

Measure and inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools to confirm tolerances.

Monitor machines during operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and make adjustments.

Maintain a clean and organized work area around CNC lathes, mills, and related equipment.

Follow all safety procedures while working around welders, cutting equipment, and moving forklifts.

Communicate with team members and supervisors about part quality, machine issues, and production status.

Work 2nd shift from 4:00 p.m. to midnight, including scheduled overtime as needed.

Proven lathe experience, specifically operating CNC lathes, is required.

Experience programming CNC lathes, including creating and editing G-code programs.

Hands-on experience running CNC lathes in a production shop environment.

Familiarity with operating vertical and horizontal CNC mills, including 3-axis and 5-axis machines.

Comfort working with control systems such as Fanuc and Haas or similar CNC controls.

Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality in repetitive work.

Awareness of shop safety practices when working around welders, cutting equipment, and forklifts.

Experience adjusting existing CNC programs to improve part quality or correct issues.

Familiarity with different tooling types and their applications in turning and milling operations.

Comfort working with cold-rolled steel and other metal materials in a production environment.

You receive weekly pay and have access to weekly overtime opportunities, with current schedules including approximately 10 hours of overtime. Work Environment This position is on 2nd shift, working from 4:00 p.m. to midnight, with regular overtime currently around 10 additional hours per week. The facility is a loud, nonclimate-controlled industrial environment where temperatures can fluctuate with the weather. You will work around welders, metal-cutting machines, and other heavy equipment, and you must remain attentive to forklift traffic moving materials throughout the shop. The work involves operating CNC lathes, vertical and horizontal mills, and related equipment while using precision measurement tools in a busy, production-oriented setting.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS.

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.

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

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)

Employee Assistance Program

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.