CNC Mill and Lathe Machinist

Port Saint Lucie, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 09-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary:

The CNC Mill & Lathe Machinist at Atlantic Precision Inc produces machined aerospace parts through programming setting up and operating the machine; following quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Role requires the ability to obtain a Secret clearance or higher due to the nature of work API performs.

This is a first shift / hourly / non-exempt position.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Plans machining by studying work orders blueprints engineering plans materials specifications orthographic drawings reference planes locations of surfaces and machining parameters. Interprets geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Programs mills or lathes by entering instructions including zero and reference points setting tool registers offsets compensation and conditional switches calculating requirements including basic math geometry and trigonometry proving part programs.

Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks tools attachments collets bushings cams gears stops and stock pushers indicating vices tramming heads.
Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
Verifies settings by measuring positions first-run part and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
Maintains specifications by observing drilling grooving and cutting including turning facing knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturers instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions irregularities and continuing needs.
Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
Furthers organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to read interpret and follow specifications on technique cards job plans quality control manuals blueprints and drawings
Ability to perform shop math
Ability to troubleshoot machining issues as they arise
Process Improvement skills
Verbal and written communication skills and interact/coordinate with others
Knowledge of controls instrumentation tooling and set-up procedures
Supply Management Tooling Coordination
Blueprint reading use of measuring equipment geometric tolerancing
Consistent attention to detail
Required to twist turn kneel stoop bend and use hands to handle or feel.
Capable of lifting/moving 35 pounds

Experience and Education:

U.S. Person status
GED or High School diploma preferred but not required
At least 2 years of relevant experience
CNC Machining certificate is a plus
Aerospace experience is a plus.
Programming experience (Mastercam Fusion 360 etc) is a plus

Location Profile:

Located in Port Saint Lucie Florida Atlantic Precision Inc (API) is a premier Aerospace Machining & Build facility with a talented work force using the latest 3D printing metal and additive manufacturing technologies in its 50000 square-foot facility. With decades of experience API is trusted by OEMs in commercial aviation military aviation power generation and the marine industry to produce quality parts for both prototypes and production requirements.

Position Summary: The CNC Mill & Lathe Machinist at Atlantic Precision Inc produces machined aerospace parts through programming setting up and operating the machine; following quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment and supplies. Role requires the ability to obtain ...