About this role
Job Title: CNC Lathe MachinistJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate vertical lathe machines, performing tasks such as turning, drilling, milling, and completing part operations. The role involves optimizing set-up times, maximizing machine utilization, and ensuring that parts meet specifications and tolerances using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate vertical lathe machines for various tasks.
- Optimize set-up times and maximize machine utilization.
- Read and understand task specifications from blueprints and route instructions.
- Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure parts meet specifications.
- Troubleshoot programs and make necessary adjustments.
- Set up CNC equipment to complete full cycles for high and low volume parts.
- Maintain offsets and inspect parts with high precision.
- Follow the in-process part inspection process and report non-conformances.
- Communicate with managers, programmers, and quality personnel to resolve quality issues.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of experience operating lathe machines in a manufacturing environment, including performing set-ups.
- Experience with 3-axis machines is required; experience with 5-axis machines is a plus.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints and using calipers and gauges.
- G Code programming experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with brands like Brother, Doosan, Takumi, Siemens is preferred but not required.
Why Work Here? Enjoy paid breaks, including lunch, both while on contract and once hired full-time. After three months of employment, receive five uniforms for the week, fostering a coordinated team environment. Benefit from a $100 voucher for steel-toe shoes and competitive benefits.
Work EnvironmentWork in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with a focus on teamwork and precision operations.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.