Precision CNC Lathe Setup Technician (1st/3rd Shift)

Aerotek; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401(k) with match

Two weeks vacation

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Safety shoes and glasses reimbursement

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup Technician for 1st and 3rd shifts in Antioch, TN. The role focuses on setting up, programming, operating, and troubleshooting Fanuc and other CNC lathes to produce precision automotive components in a high-volume shop.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of lathe setup experience, strong GD&T reading skills, and proficiency in G-code. The position is contract-to-hire with benefits and a competitive hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of CNC lathe setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to set up, program, operate, and troubleshoot CNC lathes.
• Hands-on experience with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Okuma, or Siemens.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
• Strong G-code programming and editing skills for CNC lathes.
• Experience machining steel, aluminum, and stainless steel in production settings.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC lathes by installing tooling, fixtures, chucks, and work-holding devices.
• Load, verify, and adjust CNC programs and offsets for accurate machining.
• Program CNC lathes using G-code and edit as needed to optimize cycle times.
• Operate lathes to manufacture precision components in production.
• Perform first-piece inspections with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, and indicators.
• Monitor quality and adjust processes to maintain accuracy and finish.
• Carry out tool changes and offsets to compensate for wear.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on CNC lathes.
• Read drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to meet exact requirements.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment to meet schedules and quality targets.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

G-code programming

Troubleshooting CNC lathes

Reading blueprints & GD&T

Precision measurement (micrometers,cal

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc

Mitsubishi

Mazak

Okuma

Siemens

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup Technician for 1st and 3rd shifts in Antioch, TN. The role focuses on setting up, programming, operating, and troubleshooting Fanuc and other CNC lathes to produce precision automotive components in a high-volume shop.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of lathe setup experience, strong GD&T reading skills, and proficiency in G-code. The position is contract-to-hire with benefits and a competitive hourly pay rate.