Lathe Machinist — Aerospace Components

Job overview

The Lathe Machinist role is listed in Minneapolis, MN, with the worksite identified in the description as Bloomington, MN. Pay is $28–$32 per hour, and multiple shifts are available. PDS Tech is partnering with a manufacturing-industry leader to produce precision aerospace components. The machinist sets up and operates CNC lathes to produce parts that meet tight tolerances and customer quality requirements. Inspection, process adjustments, and collaboration across shifts support quality and productivity while minimizing material waste.

What you'll do

• Set up, adjust, and operate multi-axis and multi-turret CNC lathes
• interpret CNC code, blueprints, layouts, and GD&T requirements
• adjust feeds, speeds, and tooling
• monitor processes
• collect SPC data using inspection equipment
• perform secondary operations and maintenance
• maintain inventory and safe work areas
• collaborate on quality and productivity goals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lathe machinist

cnc lathes

aerospace components

multi-axis machining

multi-turret

gd&t

spc inspection

bloomington mn

pds tech

$28–$32/hr

multiple shifts

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Direct-hire opportunity; multiple shifts available. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of CNC lathe machining experience.

About the employer

PDS Tech is hiring for this role. Industry: Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing. Sector: 33.