Lathe Machinist

Job Title: Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Lathe Machinist to join our team on the 2nd shift. This role involves operating a complex Integrex Mill-Turn Lathe, performing machine setups, making offsets and adjustments, and ensuring the quality of large, delicate parts. Key tasks include reading G/M coding and blueprints, changing out tooling, conducting first part inspections, and running metrology checks. You will also utilize an overhead crane to move parts and wash completed parts for packing.

Responsibilities

• Program using Mazatrol software if skilled.
• Setup and operate CNC Integrex (Mill-Turn - MAZAK).
• Read and interpret component prints or drawings.
• Utilize micrometers and calipers to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, and fixtures on machines using hand tools.
• Maintain tolerances of +/- .001.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of Lathe Machining experience, preferably with Integrex.
• Proficiency in setting up, changing out tooling, and making adjustments with an average of 2 setups per day.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understand G & M code.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and gauge pins.
• Job shop machining experience with multiple setups and change-outs per day.
• Ability to lift 35+ pounds regularly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with overhead crane/hoist operations.
• Knowledge of G & M Code programming.
• Ownership of personal precision measuring tools indicating career investment.
• Military background is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a small, family-owned shop offering competitive pay, a stable industry with diverse work, and opportunities to contribute to national defense and aerospace projects. Enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401k, a flexible schedule, and PTO accrual.

Work Environment

Work in a small, family-owned tool and die shop with a supportive and flexible environment. The position requires working the 2nd shift from 3:00 pm to midnight, offering a 10% shift premium.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkhart, IN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Elkhart,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

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.