Cnc Lathe Machinist

Lathe Machinist

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tukwila, WA.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Tukwila, WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.

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.