CNC Programmer

Job Title : Vertical Lathe Operator Job Description

Join our team as a Vertical Lathe Operator, where you will operate a Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL), a large CNC machine specialized in machining heavy, large-diameter cylindrical parts. Your role is critical in turning these components against a stationary cutting tool, ensuring the creation of high-quality, accurate metal parts for industries such as aerospace and energy. Mastery in blueprint reading, G-code, precision measurement, setup, and troubleshooting is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, monitor, and observe the VTL machine to ensure efficient operation.
• Interpret blueprints, select tooling, set up fixtures, and install cutting tools for accurate machining.
• Use precision instruments like micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges to inspect parts for required tolerances.
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Operate forklifts and cranes for safe and efficient loading and unloading of large components.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Our company offers numerous growth opportunities within a supportive, family-like atmosphere, despite our large size. Employees have the chance to work on fascinating products such as jet engines and helicopters, and there is potential to obtain a security clearance. We take pride in our clean, well-respected facility and value open communication between production and office staff.

Work Environment

Our work environment is a manufacturing facility with an emphasis on cleanliness and safety. We maintain a casual dress code, fostering a relaxed yet professional atmosphere. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 : 00 AM to 3 : 30 PM, with occasional overtime on Saturdays based on workflow needs. We employ around 100 staff members, promoting a collaborative and communicative workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $60.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.