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Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathe machining centers, including Mazak and other advanced turning centers. The role involves precision machining on components used in industries such as analytical instrumentation, life sciences, aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics. You will perform multiple complex set-ups each day and ensure the quality of your work through self-inspection.

Responsibilities

+ Set up and operate CNC lathe machining centers, including Mazak turning centers.

+ Perform precision machining for components used in various high-tech industries.

+ Conduct multiple complex set-ups daily for short-run jobs, typically less than 100 parts.

+ Inspect own parts using a variety of measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers.

+ Work with materials including aluminum, various stainless steels, engineered plastics, titanium, molybdenum, and Hastelloy.

Essential Skills

+ 2+ years of experience setting up CNC lathes in a short-run environment or job shop.

+ Ability to inspect own parts using precision measuring tools.

+ Proficiency in reading and comprehending blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Previous experience with live tooling is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join an employee-owned company that invests in its workforce, fostering skillset growth and valuing employee contributions. Enjoy a supportive work environment where employees are appreciated, leading to long-term career satisfaction.

Work Environment

The work environment is a dynamic job shop with a focus on continuous product changes, servicing industries such as medical, military, aerospace, and large OEMs globally. The facility is a clean 90,000 square foot ISO:9001 certified shop. Employees benefit from medical and dental insurance, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, 401(k), and ESOP retirement plans.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

ESOP

401k

Health, dental and vision

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.