Urgent Hiring!!! Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist
Job Description
This position focuses on setting up, operating, and conversationally programming a Mazak QUICK TURN 350 MSY lathe with live tooling and multi-spindle capability. You will work hands-on across both CNC and manual equipment, machining a variety of materials while contributing to continuous improvement and data-driven process optimization in a collaborative shop environment.
Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and conversationally program (Mazatrol) a Mazak QUICK TURN 350 MSY lathe.
Utilize live tooling and multi-spindle functions to efficiently machine complex parts.
Perform machining operations on mild steel, stainless steel, and exotic materials such as Inconel, copper, and nickel alloys.
Use CNC equipment to repair welded components with imperfections, applying Mazatrol for quick adjustments and cycle optimization.
Maintain tight tolerances, typically around ±0.002" (±2 thou), to ensure high-quality parts.
Operate manual lathes as needed to support production and repair work.
Assist with general shop operations, including tasks such as saw operation and utility work, when required.
Troubleshoot setups, tooling issues, and part quality concerns independently and effectively.
Actively contribute to process improvement by providing feedback on machining strategies, tooling selection, and workflow.
Apply a scientific, data-driven approach to evaluate and enhance machining processes.
Essential Skills
Proven experience as a CNC Lathe Machinist.
Hands-on experience with Mazatrol conversational programming.
Experience operating and setting up CNC lathes, including changeovers and machine setup.
Ability to work with a range of materials, including mild steel, stainless steel, and exotic alloys such as Inconel, copper, and nickel.
Strong ability to troubleshoot setups, tooling, and part quality issues independently.
Comfort working in a flexible, utility-style role within a shop environment, supporting various machining and shop tasks.
Experience with CNC operations involving mills and lathes.
Familiarity with G-code and M-code, with the ability to translate that knowledge to Mazatrol programming.
Ability to operate manual mills and manual lathes as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with multi-spindle and live-tooling lathes.
Strong mechanical aptitude and a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
Interest in developing advanced programming and machining skills on high-end CNC equipment.
Comfort contributing ideas and feedback in a continuous improvement environment focused on scientific and data-driven methods.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team that invests in your growth with structured Mazatrol training provided at no cost and ongoing opportunities to expand your programming and advanced machining skills on high-end equipment. The organization offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to start earlier or later as needed as long as you meet your responsibilities, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will work in a culture that values scientific thinking, encourages feedback, and celebrates ideas that improve machining processes and shop performance.
Work Environment
The role is based in a large, semi-temperature-controlled shop environment with a CNC team of approximately ten people. You will work on modern CNC equipment, including a Mazak QUICK TURN 350 MSY with live tooling and multi-spindle capabilities, alongside manual mills and lathes and other general shop equipment such as saws. The team emphasizes a scientific, data-driven approach to machining, where feedback and suggestions for process improvement are actively encouraged and welcomed. Working hours offer flexibility, with the option to start an hour earlier or later as long as job requirements are met.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $51.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 2026.
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.
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):
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