CNC Lathe Machinist II

Published January 14th, 2026

CNC Lathe Machinist II

  • Pay: $28.80
  • Hours: Full Time- Third Shift
  • Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Thursday 10pm-6am
  • Location: North Haven, CT

Job purpose
Under direction of the Production Supervisor, perform diversified duties to include setup and operation of a CNC equipment, perform machine offsets and tool changes, support cellular machining operations and help with development of people and process within the assigned area. 

Company makes rifle components — gun barrels, rings, receivers, housings, extensions
Machines are dual spindle bar feed lathes. It doesn’t mean that the person needs exactly that experience, but it would be helpful.
There are 3 machines running but the cycles are 17 mins or so, and there is time to move through the cell.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Perform full CNC setup including removal and proper disposition of the material, tooling, fixturing and information related to the previous setup, installation and qualification of tooling, fixtures and programs for the new setup, qualification of the part visually and dimensionally to the blueprint specifications and qualification of the setup as production ready.    
  • Load, Process, and unload parts for various routine CNC milling or turning operations.
  • Operators may be assigned to run multiple pieces of equipment at the same time. 
  • Maintain standard operation of CNC equipment and perform basic machine offsets to ensure that manufactured parts conform to blueprint specifications.
  • Change tools per tool life management schedule or as needed to maintain burr free, visually acceptable parts that conform dimensionally to the blueprint. 
  • Perform periodic inspections using basic gages including micrometer, caliper, go/no-go pins, indicators and other basic fixtures as required. 
  • Perform various preventive maintenance activities including daily inspection of equipment to identify and or prevent possible issues. 
  • Maintain disciplined 6S checklist routines to ensure a safe and clean working environment.
     

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar or manufacturing environment.
  • Successful completion of related CNC Courses or on the job training with specific examples of application and experience.
  • HS Diploma.
  • Needs to have a very good background in CNC lathe work — running 2-3 machines in a cell, responsible for fixturing, tooling and reading GD&T blueprints
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing or willingness to learn and participate in Lean Manufacturing processes or activities
  • Ability to follow written instructions and understanding of blueprint reading.
  • Proficient communication skills including verbal and written with ability to work within a cross-functional group to include operators and inspectors; design, manufacturing, and quality engineers; various levels of management within the organization.
     

Physical requirements

  • Standing – 8 Hours per day (or more)
  • Walking – 6 to 8 Hours per day
  • Lifting ( above and below shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently
  • Push/Pull – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently
  • Stooping/kneeling/bending – 2 hours per day – occasionally
  • Must be able to consistently operate a productivity machine for a minimum of 6 hours per day.
  • Must be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.
  • Must be able to consistently operate a productivity machine for a minimum of 6 hours per day.
     

…Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws: rate of pay listed is on a per hour basis. You will be entitled to health insurance once employed for 60 days and you must work 30 hours per week, on average, per month to enroll and maintain health insurance through Complete Staffing Solutions. Once both qualifiers are met you must complete the enrollment packet and your benefits will start on the first of the subsequent month. ..It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin or any other legally protected class. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.#ZIP

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