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CNC Lathe Machinist - 1st Shift

Award Staffing
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

About the Opportunity:

• Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist

• Pay Rate Range: $25.00-$33.00/hr

• Location: Minneapolis, MN

• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday 6AM-3:30PM and Friday 6AM-10:30AM

• Position Type: Direct Hire

Requirements and Qualifications:

•3-4 years of CNC Lathe Machinist experience required.

•High School Diploma or Equivalent.

•Must be able to handle the full cycle: Programming, Setup, and Operation.

•Familiarity with Doosan and Kitamura machines is a major plus.

•Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., though hoists are available and used frequently.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.

•Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.

•Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.

•Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.

•Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.

•Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

•Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.

•Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.

Discover Award Staffing:

At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck—it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s find the job that’s right for you.

Why Award Staffing:

• Values Matching: We don’t just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it’s the right fit for who you are.

• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.

• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits:

*Medical

*Dental

*Vision

*Short Term Disability

*Long Term Disability

AAP/EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer.

Location/Region: Minneapolis, MN

Salary : $25 - $33

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