Night Shift CNC Lathe Operator – Aerospace Precision

Cmi-Group-Aerospace-; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

CMI Group is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator for the night shift at our Phoenix, AZ facility to produce high-precision aerospace components. You will set up and operate Mazak lathes, perform daily machine maintenance, manage tools and offsets, and ensure part counts and safety compliance on a fast-paced line.

Applicants should have strong measuring skills (micrometers, bore gauges), GD&T knowledge, and the ability to hold tolerances to .0002"–.0005" while maintaining productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years' experience in precision CNC machining preferred.
• Experience with Mazak machines is a plus.
• Ability to read GD&T, inspect with micrometers, bore gauges.
• Able to interpret G & M codes and basic programming knowledge is a plus.
• Must be able to stand for the majority of shift and work 40+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes to produce aerospace components on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Perform daily machine maintenance and keep work area clean and organized.
• Manage tools, offsets, and tool wear; replace worn or damaged inserts or bars.
• Adhere to safety standards, FOD, and paperwork (MOT, inspection travelers, job sheets).
• Maintain part counts and hold tolerances of .0002”–.0005” while staying productive.
• Communicate issues to leads and suggest process improvements; report malfunctions.

Skills

Mazak machines

GD&T interpretation

Reading micrometers/Bore gauges

G&M code reading

Tool offsets management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Live tooling

Automation lathes

Job description

CMI Group is seeking a CNC Lathe Operator for the night shift at our Phoenix, AZ facility to produce high-precision aerospace components. You will set up and operate Mazak lathes, perform daily machine maintenance, manage tools and offsets, and ensure part counts and safety compliance on a fast-paced line.

Applicants should have strong measuring skills (micrometers, bore gauges), GD&T knowledge, and the ability to hold tolerances to .0002"–.0005" while maintaining productivity.