Y-Axis CNC Lathe Specialist for Precision Aerospace

Tactair; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactair in New York seeks a skilled CNC Lathe setup/operator focused on multi-axis machining, reading complex blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances for valves and actuators used in aerospace and power generation.

You will install fixtures, set work offsets, use an offline presetter, diagnose deviations, and document results, collaborating with a small team to maximize productivity in a high mix, low volume environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in set-up and operation of multi-axis CNC machinery, 3-axis lathes minimum; Mazak Integrex a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree a plus.
• Ability to read GD&T drawings.
• Ability to perform accurate manual inspections.
• Solid understanding of G-code; programming experience a plus.
• Experience with low volume, high mix production a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, shop travelers, and operation sketches for machined and/or fabricated parts.
• Inspect parts to specifications and document results.
• Installing fixtures and setting work offsets.
• Using an offline tool pre-setter, prepare and set tools needed for machining operations.
• Accurately and efficiently diagnose deviations and trends; adjust offsets to maintain quality product based on the analysis.
• Report machinery, tooling or quality issues to supervisor.
• Run multiple machine centers as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC machining

G-code programming

Inspection/Quality control

GD&T

Multi-axis CNC

Setup and operation

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Relevant degree

Tools

Mazak Integrex

Offline tool presetting

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Tactair in New York seeks a skilled CNC Lathe setup/operator focused on multi-axis machining, reading complex blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances for valves and actuators used in aerospace and power generation.

You will install fixtures, set work offsets, use an offline presetter, diagnose deviations, and document results, collaborating with a small team to maximize productivity in a high mix, low volume environment.