Aerospace CNC Lathe Operator — Precision & Impact

Primus Aerospace; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

10 paid holidays

Health insurance

401K match

Incentive plans

Job summary

Primus Aerospace in Lakewood, CO is seeking a CNC Machinist for a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 4:00pm-2:30am). You will operate CNC mills/turns, read GD&T prints, and verify dimensions with calipers and micrometers to meet production goals.

The role requires CNC operator experience or technical schooling, blueprint reading, and a strong lean manufacturing mindset. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a CNC Operator or technical school coursework completed.
• 3 years experience with machine set-ups (Setup Machinist level).
• Reading blueprints and using hand tools.
• Prioritizing tasks and maintaining production goals.
• Self-starter with a good attitude and attention to detail.
• Experience in aerospace/defense machining preferred; security clearance eligible.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines from work instructions or setup personnel.
• Verify dimensional characteristics of parts.
• Meet cycle times and production schedules.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.

Skills

CNC machining

GD&T reading

Metrology tools

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CNC machines

Job description

Primus Aerospace in Lakewood, CO is seeking a CNC Machinist for a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 4:00pm-2:30am). You will operate CNC mills/turns, read GD&T prints, and verify dimensions with calipers and micrometers to meet production goals.

The role requires CNC operator experience or technical schooling, blueprint reading, and a strong lean manufacturing mindset. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required.