**Job Title: Lathe Machinist** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled 1st shift Lathe Machinist to machine details from plate or flat stock according to blueprints to exact dimensions and details of various shapes and materials. You will operate a Haas 3-axis Lathe, perform set up and tool changes, edit G&M codes for feeds and speeds, and conduct quality inspections using micrometers and calipers. The position involves producing components for hot runners used in the plastic injection industry, working with materials like steel, copper, and nickel. **Responsibilities** + Operate and set up Haas 3-axis Lathe machines. + Edit and program G&M codes for machine operations. + Perform quality inspections on parts using micrometers and calipers. + Conduct routine machine maintenance. + Measure parts to ensure conformance with specifications. + Replace tool inserts as necessary. + Read and interpret blueprints and measuring tools. + Work independently in a dynamic environment. **Essential Skills** + Strong understanding of G&M codes. + Ability to program CNC from a print using templates, macros, and parametric. + Excellent set-up skills for small lot sizes. + Minimum 3 years of CNC Lathe setup and operation experience. + Experience with Haas or Fanuc controls for editing G&M codes. + Proficiency in reading blueprints and using digital micrometers and calipers. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Programming experience is a plus. + Capacity to work with multiple materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and hardened steel. **Why Work Here?** Join a clean, modern shop built in 2019 with new equipment. Enjoy great benefits and insurance upon hire, and work in a facility with multiple cafes and a workout room. The company offers job security through a diverse business portfolio across automotive, medical, defense, and consumer products industries. **Work Environment** The shop is climate-controlled and provides a clean and organized environment. Employees work 40-56 hours per week, with available shifts including 1st shift from 7am to 3:30pm or 5:30pm when busy, and 2nd shift from 7pm to 3:30am or 5:30am when busy, with a 10% shift premium. Saturday shifts may be required, working 6 hours from 2pm-8pm for 2nd shift. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, Michigan. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Troy,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025. **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.