CNC Machinist II - 2nd Shift

Primusaero; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing partner in aerospace seeks a skilled CNC Machinist (Level II) for 2nd shift operations. The role involves operating CNC machines, ensuring quality production, and working in a collaborative environment. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical and 401K match. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible residents due to government regulations.

Benefits

PTO

10 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Short- and Long-term disability insurance

401K match

Incentive plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CNC Operator experience.
• Minimum 1 year set-up experience.
• Experience in aerospace or defense machining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and verify dimensional characteristics.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Meet expected cycle times and production schedules.

Skills

CNC Operator

Attention to Detail

Blueprint Reading

Lean Manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Metrology

Job description

Description

CNC Machinist (Level II)

Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense, and space OEMs, Primes, and Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined using standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.

2nd shift (M-Th 4:00pm - 2:30am); Flexible fulltime 40+ hours per week OR Part time (24 – 30 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Previous CNC Operator experience: mill turn and lathe
• GD&T print reading
• Knowledge of calipers, micrometers, metrology.
• Experience with machine set-ups.
• Ability to indicate vices.
• Coordinate x, y, z
• Knowledge of machining principles.
• Operate CNC machines from provided work instructions from work order or set up personnel
• Verifying dimensional characteristics of parts
• Meet expected cycle times and production schedule
• Completion of all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Ability to operate multiple machines at one time

Requirements

• Previous CNC Operator experience; Min. of 5 years
• Previous set-up experience; Min. of 1 year
• Reading blueprints and using hand tools
• Prioritizing tasks and maintaining production goals
• Self-starter with a good attitude
• Attention to detail and a strong desire to produce quality products
• Experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing lean manufacturing techniques is preferred
• Previous experience in Aerospace or defense machining environment preferred.

We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term disability insurance
• 401K match
• Long and short-term incentive plans
• Benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.

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