**Lathe Machinist** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Lathe Machinist to set up and operate a CNC Index Multispindle for medium-high volume production. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of geometric dimensional tolerances, G&M codes, precision measuring instruments, and Siemens controls for lathe machine tools. The position requires maintaining good housekeeping conditions, enforcing safety practices, and completing required documentation. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate a CNC Index Multispindle for medium-high volume production. + Notify supervisor of abnormal situations for corrective action. + Make recommendations for improvements in methods of performance of work. + Maintain good housekeeping conditions and enforce safety practices. + Complete and maintain any required documentation. + Participate in Corporate Safety Training. **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, thread gages, bore micrometers. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Good verbal and written communication skills. + Organization and time management skills. + Problem-solving and analysis skills. + Preferably a trade school graduate or someone from AJAC with a strong desire to learn and grow within the company. + Experience with manual machining, manual mill/lathe, and troubleshooting. **Why Work Here?** We promote from within, offering growth opportunities and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. **Work Environment** Aerospace machine workshop with shifts available on weekends and weekdays nights. Weekend shifts are Friday to Sunday from 5pm to 5:30am, and weekday shifts are Monday to Thursday (3x12+4) from 5pm to 5:30am. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tukwila, Washington. **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.