Cnc Lathe Machinist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Seattle
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Lathe Machinist Job Description We are seeking a skilled Lathe Machinist to join our team in a dynamic aerospace machine workshop. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating various machines, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring the quality of produced parts. Responsibilities Notify supervisor of abnormal situations for corrective action. Make recommendations for improvements in work methods. Maintain good housekeeping conditions and enforce safety practices. Complete and maintain required documentation. Operate multiple machines simultaneously, including Okumas, Multi Spindles, and Manual machines. Essential Skills Strong Geometric Dimensional & Tolerances and math skills. Ability to read machining CNC programs and understand common “G” and “M” codes. Experience with Siemens controls for lathe machine tools. Understanding of basic tabletop gages – Micrometers, Calipers, bore micrometers. Additional Skills & Qualifications A few years of on-the-job training or machine shop experience. Experience with mill and lathe operations. Swiss lathe experience with more than 5 years on the machine. Good verbal and written communication skills. Organization and time management skills. Problem-solving and analysis capabilities. Why Work Here? Join a company that values growth and promotes from within. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and be part of a team that supports your professional development. Work Environment The work environment is an aerospace machine workshop operating during weekday nights and weekend nights. You will work with advanced technologies like Okumas, Multi Spindles, and manual machines, in a setting that prioritizes safety and efficiency. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tukwila, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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 Tukwila,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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