Swiss CNC Lathe Operator - Aerospace Manufacturing

Step onto a clean, climate-controlled production floor in Mesa, AZ and run precision turning equipment that feeds the aerospace industry. This is a full-time, onsite role with a clear path from contract-to-hire into a long-term career. You’ll receive hands-on training, dedicated mentorship, and opportunities to advance as you master complex Swiss and CNC lathe operations.

Pay range: $18.00–$38.00 per hour, based on experience. Off-shift roles may earn additional shift differential.

You’ll set up, operate, and troubleshoot high-precision equipment to produce tight-tolerance components. Your day might start by dialing in offsets on a Swiss machine, verifying critical features with micrometers and gauges, and collaborating with teammates to maintain quality and throughput.

• Tsugami
• Citizen Swiss
• Nomura Noki
• Swiss CNC machines
• CNC lathes
• Other precision machining assets

• Skill with inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges)
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings; basic GD&T knowledge
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting instincts
• Quality-first mindset with strong attention to detail
• Manufacturing background (aerospace exposure is a plus)

• People seeking a career, not a stopgap job
• Curious, coachable operators who want to learn advanced machining
• Reliable teammates with a safety-first approach
• Craftspeople who take pride in producing high-quality aerospace components

• Comprehensive, paid training plan lasting 3–12 months depending on experience
• All tools are provided by the employer; bring your own steel-toe boots
• Organized, clean, and temperature-controlled facility
• Multiple shifts are available

Begin as a contract-to-hire Machine Operator and build toward increased responsibility, advanced setups, and leadership opportunities as your capability grows.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to ITAR requirements
• No third-party candidates

Mesa, AZ — fully onsite.