CNC Machinist (Lathe) - 1st Shift

About the role

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.

Key Responsibilities

- Previous CNC Operator experience: 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.

Benefits

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.

Pay

- Machinist I*: $22/hr - $30/hr - Machinist II*: $25/hr - $40/hr - Setup Machinist*: $28/hr - $42/hr Position level will be assessed through the resume review and interview process.

Schedule

1st Shift: M-Th 6am - 4:30pm