CNC Lathe Machinist

Aerotek; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Aerotek in Wayzata, MN is hiring a permanent CNC Lathe Machinist to operate turning centers for precision medical and aerospace components.

You will read blueprints, perform in-process inspections with micrometers and calipers, and make minor tool changes and offsets to maintain tight tolerances. The four-day schedule runs Monday–Thursday, with voluntary overtime on Fridays, in a clean, certifed shop.

Qualifications

• 1+ years operating CNC lathes or turning centers.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• 6+ months using micrometers and calipers for inspection.
• Able to perform basic in-process inspections and verify part dimensions.
• Familiar with CNC controls and making simple offsets.
• Strong attention to detail and precision workmanship.
• Monday–Thursday 5:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and turning centers safely and efficiently.
• Run parts on multi-axis turning equipment, including twin spindle and live tooling machines.
• Perform in-process inspections with micrometers and calipers to ensure specs.
• Read blueprints and drawings to understand tolerances and requirements.
• Make minor tool changes and adjust offsets to maintain quality.
• Monitor machine performance and communicate issues to the team.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area meeting medical/aerospace standards.
• Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and production processes.
• Document inspection results and production information per shop procedures.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

Blueprint reading

Micrometers & calipers

Dimensional inspection

CNC controls & offsets

Detail oriented

Shift adherence

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist Job Description

This role focuses on operating CNC lathes in a clean, modern machine shop that produces precision medical and aerospace components. You will run production on advanced turning centers, perform in-process inspections using micrometers and calipers, and make minor tool changes and offsets to maintain part quality and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and turning centers safely and efficiently throughout the production shift.
• Run parts on multi-axis CNC turning equipment, including twin spindle and live tooling machines.
• Perform in-process inspections of machined parts using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools to ensure they meet specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to understand dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Make minor tool changes and adjust offsets as needed to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Monitor machine performance, identify basic issues, and communicate concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in alignment with the facilitys high cleanliness standards for medical and aerospace work.
• Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and production processes at all times.
• Document inspection results and production information as required by shop procedures.

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of experience operating CNC lathes or CNC turning centers.
• Hands-on experience reading and working from blueprints.
• A minimum of 6+ months of experience using micrometers and calipers to inspect machined parts.
• Ability to perform basic in-process inspection and verify part dimensions against specifications.
• Familiarity with CNC machine controls and making simple adjustments such as minor offsets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality precision parts.
• Ability to work a MondayThursday schedule from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CNC lathe setup, including loading programs, setting tools, and establishing offsets, is a plus.
• Background working in medical or aerospace machining environments is beneficial.
• Comfort working with multi-axis and twin spindle CNC turning centers.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the production team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintaining quality and efficiency.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, well-organized machine shop that takes pride in producing high-precision medical and aerospace components. The facility features updated machines and modern equipment, supporting a professional and efficient work environment. The schedule offers a four-day workweek from Monday to Thursday, with voluntary overtime available on Fridays, providing a strong work-life balance. You will work in a quality-focused, certified shop that values craftsmanship, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean manufacturing and machine shop environment that supports medical and aerospace production. The shop floor is relatively open, with updated CNC turning centers and modern equipment, including multi-axis and twin spindle machines. The standard schedule runs from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with voluntary overtime available on Fridays. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to quality standards typical of medical and aerospace machining.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72000.00/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.

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Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wayzata,MN.

About Aerotek

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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