Job Information
Aerotek Cnc Lathe Machinist in Houston, Texas
Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist
Job Description
The role involves working on various size parts used in the production of overhead cranes. This is a job shop position focusing on custom orders and some production runs. The candidate will work with carbon steel and some alloys, running a CNC Lathe to make large drum coils for overhead cranes. The position requires operating multiple machines simultaneously, with a preference for candidates with programming knowledge for the CNC Mazak Lathe. The shift is from 7 am to 3:30 pm.
Responsibilities
Operate and manage CNC lathe machines to produce parts for overhead cranes.
Work with carbon steel and alloy materials.
Run multiple machines at once, including CNC and manual machines.
Program CNC Mazak Lathe using Mazatrol controls.
Read blueprints and create custom parts as per specifications.
Participate in cross-training for manual machine operations as needed.
Essential Skills
Minimum of 4 years experience in machining on a CNC lathe.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
Ability to operate using Mazatrol controls.
Experience in a high-volume job shop environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with mills is preferred.
Manual machining experience is a plus.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers long-term employment in a stable industry with a company that values its employees. The position is a contract-to-hire role, providing a path to long-term career growth.
Work Environment
The work is conducted in a clean machine shop, separate from the company that builds overhead cranes. The facility is not climate-controlled. The team includes a leadman and two other machinists.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77060.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Houston,TX 77060.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.