Computer Numerical Control Machinist

TruPath Recruiting; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

TruPath Recruiting in Tempe, AZ seeks an experienced CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to manufacture complex, tight-tolerance components for aerospace and defense.

You will perform complete machine setups, interpret complex drawings with GD&T, manage tooling and work-holding, and ensure process control. This is not an entry-level role; a minimum of five years of hands-on CNC lathe experience is required. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, a sign-on bonus, and no mandatory overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on CNC lathe experience.
• Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace/defense components.
• Ability to read and interpret complex GD&T drawings.
• Proficient in selecting inserts and tooling geometry.
• Strong sense of process control and quality inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete CNC lathe setups and confirm zero and offsets.
• Verify dimensions per drawings and GD&T using inspection tools.
• Optimize tooling and work-holding for repeatability.
• Translate design requirements into precise machining processes.

Skills

CNC turning

GD&T interpretation

Dimensional inspection

Tooling knowledge

Engineering drawings

Process control

Tools

CNC lathe tooling

Job description

Well-established and busy precision machining company in Tempe, AZ seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to manufacture complex, tight-tolerance components, including aerospace and defense-related parts.

The successful candidate must have a strong fundamental understanding of CNC turning, machining geometry, insert/tool geometry, tool wear, work-holding, inspection, and process control. This is not an entry-level CNC operator position and is not intended for someone whose primary experience consists of loading machines, changing inserts, and making basic wear offsets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on CNC lathe machining experience.
• Strong experience performing complete machine setups, not simply operating an established process.
• Demonstrated experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace, defense, or similarly demanding precision components.
• Experience interpreting complex engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Strong understanding of CNC lathe tooling and insert geometry.

This is a direct-hire, long term career opportunity with a stable organization.

$28–$36 per hour (doe) | Sign-On Bonus | No Mandatory Overtime