Machine Shop Operator

The Level III Machinist is responsible for metal cutting, drilling, grinding, and deburring parts according to the control plan specifications. The role involves operating CNC machines, transporting materials, and performing quality checks on parts using various measuring tools. This position requires flexibility in tasks and the ability to work collaboratively within the machine shop.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines, transport materials, and operate wash tanks.
• Perform quality checks using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Troubleshoot and solve everyday problems within the machine shop.
• Maintain high standards of production quality and housekeeping.
• Flexibly transition between different machines and tasks as needed.

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

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience in performing quality inspections on finished parts.
• Deburring experience is preferred.

This position offers a vibrant community engagement through partnerships and regular employee events such as festivals and blood drives. Employees can apply for full-time positions after 90 days, with competitive benefits including PTO, paid holidays, 401K matching, and comprehensive insurance coverage starting from day one.

Work Environment

The machine shop is a large facility with over 500 employees spread across multiple shifts. The environment is temperature-controlled and maintains a relaxed dress code. Safety is prioritized with minimal debris and strict adherence to PPE requirements. Shifts are structured to provide flexibility, and overtime is scheduled as needed. Employees are trained thoroughly on safety requirements and are expected to maintain a clean and organized work area.

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 May 11, 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.