Machine Shop Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Level III Machinist

Job Description

The Level III Machinist is responsible for overseeing the metal cutting, drilling, grinding, and deburring of parts in accordance with control plans and blueprint specifications. This position involves operating CNC machines, conducting quality checks, and assisting with various tasks in the machine shop.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines and transport materials using a forklift.
• Conduct quality checks at every step using dial gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Load machines with raw materials and offload finished parts.
• Perform deburring and 'cut plug' operations using air-powered tools.
• Maintain production, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Troubleshoot and solve everyday problems.
• Float between machines as needed to ensure continuous production.

Essential Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with machines.
• Experience operating CNC machines.
• Proficiency in using quality measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Strong math skills for gauging and quality assessments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1st shift: 7:30am - 3:30pm (Monday - Friday) // $24.47
• 2nd shift: 3:30pm - 11:30pm (Monday - Friday) // $25.33
• 3rd shift: 11:30pm - 7:30am (Sunday - Thursday) // $25.33
• Alternate Work Schedule (N1): M, T, W (7pm - 7am) // $25.33
• Alternate Work Schedule (N2): Th, F, Sa (7pm - 7am) // $25.33
• Alternate Work Schedule (D1): M, T, W M, T, W (7pm - 7am) // $24.47
• Alternate Work Schedule (D2): Th, F, Sa (7pm - 7am) // $24.47

Why Work Here?

The company is deeply committed to community engagement, partnering with local organizations and hosting regular employee events. Employees have the opportunity to apply for full-time positions after 90 days, with a range of benefits including PTO, 401K match, and comprehensive health coverage available from day one.

Work Environment

The machine shop is a large, temperature-controlled facility split between assembly and machining areas. Employees work in a clean and organized environment with a relaxed dress code allowing sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats. Safety is a priority, with PPE provided for all employees. Shifts are structured across multiple times, offering flexibility, and overtime may be required every other Saturday. Use of cell phones is restricted to break areas, and training is provided to ensure safety compliance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN.

The pay range for this position is $24.47 - $24.47/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:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.