Description
Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist Job Description
We 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 Environment
Work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with a focus on teamwork and precision operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The 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 Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.