CNC Vertical Lathe Machinist

Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description Operate Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL) to machine large engines, compressor components, and heavy industrial parts. You will be responsible for ensuring precise machining to meet specifications and maintain quality standards. Responsibilities + Machine large components to specifications using Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) equipment. + Read blueprints, drawings, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances. + Perform dimensional layout and in-process inspections to confirm conformance to prints and routing instructions. + Complete required documentation, such as job card sign-offs and SIS sheets. + Align and secure large castings or forgings using chucks, clamps, fixtures, and overhead cranes. + Load and touch off tooling applicable to VTL operations. + Monitor feed and speed of machines during the machining process and adjust offsets. + Identify surface finishes and ensure required tolerances are achieved on large diameter parts. + Deburr and stamp parts to specifications. + Operate overhead cranes and lifting devices safely to move heavy materials. + Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including chip removal and housekeeping. + Operate VTL equipment independently with little to no guidance, including setup. + Use advanced trade mathematics, complicated drawings, specifications, and precision measuring instruments. + Observe all PPE requirements and safety rules, including machining guards and safe lifting techniques. + Complete all other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + 5+ years' VTL or VTC machining experience. + 5+ years' experience machining large parts. + Ability to maintain tolerances of +/- .0005. + Proficiency with micrometer, caliper, bore gauge, dial indicators, and depth measuring equipment. + High school diploma or equivalent. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with CNC and Vertical Turret Lathe operations. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings. + Familiarity with Fanuc, M code, and VTL. + Experience with setup/editing of machines. + Proficiency in using overhead cranes and lifting devices. Why Work Here? Join a dynamic team where precision, quality, and safety are top priorities. Benefit from a supportive work environment that values your skills and experience, offering opportunities for overtime and skill development. Work Environment Work in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility on a 2nd shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM or 1:30 AM. Opportunities for overtime and weekend work as needed, with an average of 45-55 hours per week. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.

Created: 2026-04-10