ProtoTRAK CNC Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift

🔧 At a Glance

✓ Shift: 2nd Shift (Monday–Thursday)
✓ Schedule: 4×10s with long weekends
✓ Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour
✓ Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

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About the Role

Systematic Manufacturing is hiring a ProtoTRAK CNC Lathe Machinist for our 2nd shift operation in Madison Heights, Michigan. This is a steady, long-term opportunity for a CNC lathe operator who enjoys consistent production work, modern equipment, and a predictable four 10-hour day schedule with long weekends.

You’ll be responsible for running production parts on twin-spindle and Swiss-type CNC lathes, monitoring part quality, and keeping machines running efficiently in a clean, climate-controlled shop.

✓ Shift: 2nd Shift (Monday–Thursday)
✓ Schedule: 4×10s with long weekends
✓ Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour
✓ Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Load and operate ProtoTRAK CNC lathes, including twin-spindle and Swiss-type machines
• Run production jobs according to setup sheets and job instructions
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring tools
• Monitor tool wear and make basic offset adjustments as needed
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and machines
• Accurately record part counts and inspection results
• Communicate machine, tooling, or quality issues to the lead machinist or setup technician

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of CNC lathe operating experience (twin-spindle or Swiss preferred)
• Ability to read basic blueprints and understand part tolerances
• Familiarity with common inspection tools and basic CNC offsets
• Strong attention to detail and consistent work habits
• Experience with Fanuc or Citizen controls is a plus

Schedule & Pay

• Shift: Monday – Thursday, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts (long weekends every week)
• Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour, based on experience
• Overtime available as needed

Benefits & Work Environment

• Full benefits package including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Parental leave
• Modern, clean, climate-controlled CNC shop
• Stable workload and consistent schedule
• Full-time, onsite position