Night-Shift CNC Lathe Machinist – Aerospace Precision

Cassavant Machining, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Cassavant Machining, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ currently seeks a CNC Lathe Operator for the night shift to produce high-precision aerospace components on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Responsibilities include setup, tool management, and maintaining tight tolerances while following safety standards. Candidates should have strong shop skills, read GD&T, and be able to work independently on two machines.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required or equivalent.
• 5+ years' experience preferred but not required.
• Familiar with Mazak machines is a plus.
• Ability to read GD&T and customer specifications.
• Capable of holding tight tolerances and using inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate to produce high precision aerospace components.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and manage tools.
• Record offsets, replace worn tools, and ensure tool life.
• Adhere to safety standards and paperwork requirements (MOT, travelers).
• Maintain correct part counts and communicate issues to lead.
• Hold tolerances of 0.0002" - 0.0005" with productivity.
• Operate two machines and work independently when needed.
• Suggest process improvements to management.

Skills

Mazak machines

Measuring equipment

GDT / GD&T

Reading G/M codes

Tool wear management

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Mazak machines

Job description

Cassavant Machining, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ currently seeks a CNC Lathe Operator for the night shift to produce high-precision aerospace components on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Responsibilities include setup, tool management, and maintaining tight tolerances while following safety standards. Candidates should have strong shop skills, read GD&T, and be able to work independently on two machines.