CNC Lathe Machinist

Advanced Materials Technologies, Llc; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Advanced Materials Technologies, Llc is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Set-Up / Operator to run both vertical and horizontal lathes on critical aerospace hardware. A minimum of 7 years’ experience is required, with proficiency in reading blueprints and performing first article inspections.

The role emphasizes precision, speed, and a collaborative approach with engineering and management. Responsibilities include setup, program validation, and monitoring of feeds and speeds to ensure quality.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with vertical and horizontal CNC lathes in aerospace or similar environments.
• Ability to set up, run, and validate programs or macros when applicable.
• Demonstrated skill in inspection and verification of features on machined parts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate vertical and horizontal CNC lathes with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, MOTs, setup sheets, and sketches.
• Inspect first articles and monitor feeds and speeds for quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering, programming and management to optimize fixtures and processes.

Skills

CNC Lathe Setup

Inspection & Metrology

Blueprint Reading

Geometric Tolerancing

Detail oriented

Team player

Physical endurance

Autonomous work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Set up and run vertical and horizontal CNC lathes on critical aerospace hardware. 7+ years’ experience, full-time.

CNC Lathe Set-Up / Operator

Seeking a motivated self-starter with 7+ years’ minimum experience.

Must have expertise with the precision machining of critical aerospace and commercial hardware, including castings and forgings ranging from aluminum to high-nickel alloys. Setup and initial program validation are a must; creating and editing programs, including macros, is a plus. Demonstrated skill to perform inspection and validation of key features at the CNC machining center and monitoring of feeds and speeds during the machining process for optimum efficiency. Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and successfully overcome machining obstacles. Involves collaboration with engineering, programming and management for machining optimization and fixture design.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up and run vertical and horizontal CNC lathes with minimal supervision
• Expert skill in precision measuring equipment and use of geometric tolerancing
• Proficient ability to read blueprints, MOT’s set-up sheets and sketches
• Ability to inspect parts to verify blueprint/MOT requirements prior to first article
• Ability to properly prioritize workload based on communication from Production Control and Engineering
• Ability to determine causes of operating errors and find solutions to the problem
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Excellent organization skills, written and verbal communication skills
• Very detail oriented
• Team player
• Must possess a competitive drive for perfect quality – system and part specific

Experience

• 7 years minimum experience
• Vertical and horizontal CNC lathe: 7+ years (preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday – Friday
• 2nd Shift: 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM, Monday – Friday
• 3rd Shift: 9:45 PM – 5:15 AM, Sunday – Thursday (paid 8 hours for 7 working hours)
• Overtime may be required

Pay is based on experience and paid weekly. We offer a full benefits package:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation / Holiday / Sick)

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is

• Dependable – more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented – would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Autonomous / Independent – enjoys working with little direction

U.S. citizenship or valid Permanent Resident status is required.