CNC Machinist - Lathe

Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense, and space OEMs, Primes, and Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined using standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.

2nd Shift: M-Th 4:00pm - 2:30am

Pay Rate: 

Machinist I* -$22/hr-$30/hr ($26.40/hr - $36/hr with 20% shift differential)

Machinist II* - $30/hr - $48/hr ($36/hr - $57.60/hr with 20% shift differential)

Setup Machinist* -$28/hr - $42/hr ($33.60/hr - $50.40/hr with 20% shift differential)

*position level will be assessed through the resume review and interview process. 

Key Responsibilities

• Previous CNC Operator experience: mill turn and lathe
• GD&T print reading
• Knowledge of calipers, micrometers, metrology.
  
• Ability to indicate vices.
• Coordinate x, y, z
• Knowledge of machining principles.
• Operate CNC machines from provided work instructions from work order or set up personnel
• Verifying dimensional characteristics of parts
• Meet expected cycle times and production schedule
• Completion of all required paperwork in a timely manner

Requirements

• Previous CNC Operator experience or technical school course work completed
• 3 years experience with machine set-ups (for Setup Machinist level)
• Reading blueprints and using hand tools
• Prioritizing tasks and maintaining production goals
• Self-starter with a good attitude
• Attention to detail and a strong desire to produce quality products
• Experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing lean manufacturing techniques is preferred
• Previous experience in Aerospace or defense machining environment preferred.
• Candidates must be eligible for and able to maintain a high-level security clearance.

We offer comprehensive benefits for full-time employees including:

• PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term disability insurance
• 401K match
• Long and short-term incentive plans
• Benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire

To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, or lawful permanent resident of the U.S.

At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.

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