CNC Lathe Operator – Aerospace Precision, On-Demand Pay

ETS; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Weekly pay

Earned wages on-demand

Job summary

ETS is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator for in-person work in Vermont. Training on the 1st shift (Mon-Fri for 6-12 weeks) will transition you to the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu).

You will set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision aerospace parts, verify tooling and offsets, and perform first-article inspections with precision instruments. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of lathe experience, ability to read GD&T, and meticulous attention to tolerances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training preferred.
• 2+ years operating CNC lathes in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Experience with tight tolerances (±0.0005 or better).
• Proficient with precision measuring and inspection tools.
• Basic computer skills for CNC controls and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathe machines to manufacture aerospace parts per drawings and specs.
• Load programs, verify offsets, tooling, and machine parameters prior to production.
• Perform first-article inspections and in-process checks with precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor operation and adjust to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Identify and correct tooling issues, machine alarms, and part discrepancies.
• Maintain tight tolerances and comply with aerospace quality standards (AS9100 or equivalent).
• Complete job travelers, inspection records, and production documentation.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Inspection tools

Attention to detail

CNC controls basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

ETS is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator for in-person work in Vermont. Training on the 1st shift (Mon-Fri for 6-12 weeks) will transition you to the 2nd shift (Mon-Thu).

You will set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision aerospace parts, verify tooling and offsets, and perform first-article inspections with precision instruments. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of lathe experience, ability to read GD&T, and meticulous attention to tolerances.