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Lathe Machinist I - 2nd Shift

Buffalo, NY, US💼 Full-time💰 $22–$22🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operate CNC lathes with milling capabilities to manufacture high-precision, complex geometry components for flight-critical aerospace and defense systems.

Role type

Lathe Machinist I

Builds

Precision components for F-35, MQ-25, and FLRAA programs

Domain

Aerospace / Defense / Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work

Required skills

CNC lathe operation, blueprint reading (GD&T), micrometer and dial bore gauge usage, math (addition/subtraction/multiplication/division), work instruction interpretation

Preferred skills

High School diploma or GED, formal manufacturing/machining/CNC certification, general machinist experience

Technologies

CNC lathes, milling equipment, gaging equipment

Responsibilities

Perform set-ups and run parts on CNC lathes to close tolerances, inspect work and detect deviant parts, interpret complex drawings and operation sheets

Seniority

Entry-level (1 year experience or certification required)

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