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Forging Supervisor

Redford, MI · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

Forging Production Supervisor Location: Redford, MI Industry: Steel Forging / Heavy Industrial Manufacturing Compensation Range: $85,000 - $90,000 base Job Type: Full-Time Shift: 2nd Shift About the ...

Submerged Arc Welder / Spiral Pipe Mill Operator Location: Dearborn, MI Industry: Steel Manufacturing / Heavy Industrial Job Category: Skilled Trades / Production Compensation Range: $28 - $38 per ...

Industrial Crating Lead (Heavy Machinery & Export Packaging) Location: Romulus, MI Job Type: Full-Time | Union Role Pay Range: $25.00 - $29.00/hour About the Opportunity This organization is seeking ...

Maintenance Lead Technician Location: Strasburg, VA Industry: Recycling / Manufacturing Job Category: Maintenance / Facilities / Industrial Operations Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 Base Salary Job ...

Process Technician / Supervisor (Injection Molding) Location: Brighton, MI Type: Full-Time Shift: 3rd Shift (12:00 AM - 8:00 AM) Compensation: $28.00-$30.00/hour (Negotiable based on experience ...

Corporate / Real Estate Attorney Location: Detroit, Troy, Ann Arbor, Lansing, or Grand Rapids, Michigan Type: Full-Time, Hybrid Compensation: Flexible depending on experience, practice focus, and ...

Litigation Associate Location: Lansing, MI Type: Full-Time, Onsite Salary Range: Competitive base + bonus Minimum Requirements: 3+ years experience About the Opportunity A growing litigation practice ...

Pump & Rotating Equipment Mechanic Location: Easton, PA Industry: Industrial Equipment Services / Rotating Equipment Repair Job Category: Industrial Maintenance / Rotating Equipment Technician ...

Process Technician

Livonia, MI · On-site

$52K - $68K/yr

Process Technician Location: Livonia, MI Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Compensation: $25.00 - $33.00/hour (based on experience) About the Opportunity A growing ...

MI · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Controls Sales Engineer | BAS, DDC & HVAC Controls Location: Metro Detroit, MI Industry: Building Automation / HVAC Controls / Commercial Construction Job Category: Sales Engineering / Estimating ...

CNC Machinist

Redford, MI · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

CNC Machinist (Vertical Lathe) - 1st Shift Location: Redford, MI Shift: 1st Shift Type: Full-Time Pay: Based on experience About the Opportunity A precision manufacturing facility is hiring a 1st ...

Maintenance technician

Redford, MI · On-site

$56K - $64K/yr

Maintenance Technician Location: Redford, MI Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM Pay: $27.00 - $31.00/hour Job Type: Full-Time About the Opportunity A growing manufacturing ...

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K2 Ascend Jobs Information

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CNC Machinist (Manual VTL) - 1st & 2nd Shift

K2 Ascend

Redford, MI • On-site

$62K - $72K/yr

Full-time, Other

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

CNC Machinist (Manual VTL)


Location: Redford, MI

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing / Heavy Industrial Manufacturing

Job Category: CNC Machining / Precision Manufacturing

Compensation Range: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time


Available Shifts:


1st Shift (7am - 3:30pm but flexible)

2nd Shift (3pm - 11:30pm but flexible)


About the Opportunity


A growing aerospace manufacturer is seeking experienced CNC VTL Machinists (Manual) to join its Heavy Machining team. This position is ideal for machinists who enjoy working on large, complex components requiring precision, attention to detail, and strong machining fundamentals.


You'll work with large-format CNC Vertical Turning Lathes machining heavy metallic forgings, castings, and billets used in demanding aerospace applications. If you enjoy challenging work, large-part machining, blueprint interpretation, and working in a quality-driven manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career.


What You'll Do


• Set up and operate manual CNC Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs)

• Machine large metallic forgings, castings, and billets

• Perform milling, drilling, facing, boring, and precision machining operations

• Read and interpret complex aerospace blueprints and engineering drawings

• Work with GD&T and maintain tight machining tolerances

• Perform complete machine setups including tooling, workholding, offsets, and adjustments

• Monitor tooling and replace cutting inserts as necessary

• Load and secure parts weighing 500+ pounds using overhead cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment

• Maintain quality standards while following AS9100 procedures

• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe

• Perform additional machining duties as assigned


What You Bring


• 3–5+ years of CNC machining experience

• Experience setting up and operating CNC Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs)

• Strong manual setup experience

• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings

• Experience with GD&T and precision tolerances

• Experience machining large, heavy components

• Knowledge of tooling, inserts, offsets, and troubleshooting

• Experience using overhead cranes and rigging equipment

• Aerospace, defense, heavy machining, or heavy industrial manufacturing experience preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent


What's Offered


• Competitive hourly pay of $30.00–$35.00/hour

• Stable full-time opportunity

• Available on both 1st and 2nd Shift

• Opportunity to work on large aerospace components

• Training and long-term career growth

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Safe, team-oriented manufacturing environment