CNC Lathe Machinist – Setup
Reata Engineering & Machine Works•Centennial, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
We’re looking for a machinist who wants to actually own the job — from setup through production — and work on complex, tight-tolerance parts. This is not a production-only role. You’ll be working across medical, aerospace, semiconductor capital equipment, and defense components in a clean, modern shop.
Requirements
- Strong setup experience on CNC lathes
- Ability to read prints and hold tight tolerances
- Someone who can think, troubleshoot, and take ownership
Nice To Haves
- Experience editing or modifying CNC programs
- Exposure to CAM software (Mastercam, Esprit, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Full setups on CNC lathes and turning centers
- Installing and qualifying tooling, workholding, and fixtures
- Dialing in feeds, speeds, and cutting parameters
- Running first articles and transitioning jobs into production
- Reading blueprints and holding tight tolerances
- Troubleshooting issues and improving processes
Benefits
- $30–$40/hr base (depending on experience)
- Consistent overtime available (many machinists earn $75k–$100k+)
- Health, dental, vision
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO + paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement & training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
