Location: Chaska, MN
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Base Pay: $22–$30/hr, depending on experience
Shift Differential: Weekday off-shifts are expected to add about 10%, and weekend shifts are expected to add about 24%
Potential Total Hourly Pay: Up to approximately $37.20/hr, depending on base rate, shift, and experience
Masis Professional Group is hiring experienced CNC Lathe / Turning Machinists for a precision manufacturing company in the Chaska area. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with competitive base pay, strong shift differentials, flexible schedule options, and benefits.
This role is best suited for a CNC lathe machinist who can do more than run production. We are looking for someone who can independently set up CNC turning centers, read blueprints, inspect parts, make adjustments, troubleshoot machining issues, and work with tight tolerances.
- Set up and operate CNC turning centers/lathes with limited supervision.
- Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T callouts, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
- Select tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters to support quality and efficiency.
- Perform first-article inspections and in-process quality checks.
- Use precision measuring tools to verify parts meet specifications.
- Make offsets and machine adjustments to maintain tight tolerances.
- Edit G-code at the machine and work with existing or CAM-generated programs.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues, chatter, dimensional issues, and other machining concerns.
- Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
- Help train or support less-experienced machinists as needed.
- 5+ years of CNC turning/lathe experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong CNC lathe setup and operation experience.
- Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
- Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
- Ability to make G-code edits and troubleshoot machining issues.
- Comfortable working independently with limited supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Multi-axis or live-tooling lathe experience.
- Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Mazak, Siemens, Yasnac, or similar CNC control experience.
- Aerospace, defense, medical device, or other close-tolerance manufacturing experience.
- Technical degree, machining certificate, or related training.
- Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
Base pay is $22–$30/hr, depending on experience. Shift differentials are available and may significantly increase total hourly earnings.
- Weekday off-shifts are expected to add about 10%.
- Weekend shifts are expected to add about 24%.
- Total hourly pay may reach approximately $37.20/hr, depending on base rate, shift, and experience.
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced CNC lathe machinist who wants a long-term role in precision manufacturing. The company supports industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and high-tech manufacturing, so candidates should be comfortable with quality-focused, close-tolerance work.
Masis Staffing is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or transgender status, national origin, age 40 or older, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and family medical history.
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