Cnc Operator

Job Title: CNC Operator
Pay: $19 - 22
Job Description
This role focuses on operating CNC milling and lathe machines to fabricate metal components from long metal extrusions according to detailed purchase orders and customer specifications. The CNC Operator reads and interprets work orders, selects and adjusts CNC programs via a computer interface, and ensures each part meets precise dimensional tolerances before releasing it to assembly.
Responsibilities

• Receive long metal extrusions as raw material and prepare them for CNC machining.
• Review purchase orders carefully to understand the requested product, verify all specifications, and identify any special or custom instructions.
• Use the CNC computer interface to select the correct product or program based on the purchase order requirements.
• Modify, add, or delete program instructions in the CNC interface to reflect any specific customer requests, such as custom drilling dimensions or other special features.
• Operate CNC milling and lathe machines, including elumatic and similar equipment, to fabricate components to the required specifications.
• Monitor the manufacturing process to ensure the machine runs correctly, making adjustments as needed to maintain quality and accuracy.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating CNC machines.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machine operation, including mills and lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, specifications, and related documentation.
• Ability to measure finished parts accurately and verify dimensions against specifications.
• Experience using a CNC computer interface to select, run, and edit programs.
• Experience with CNC setup and basic interface control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with aluminum extrusion is a plus.
• Experience in window and door manufacturing or similar products is an advantage.
• Experience with elumatic CNC machines is beneficial.
• Exposure to CNC brands and technologies such as Haas is a plus.
• Experience with deburring operations and finishing processes.

Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a clear path from temporary to permanent employment, providing long-term stability for motivated CNC professionals. Once hired on permanently, you receive access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off and holidays. You work a consistent daytime schedule with the potential for additional hours as needed, allowing you to build your skills and grow your career in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
The position is based in a manufacturing facility that operates as an open bay environment without air conditioning. You work primarily with CNC milling and lathe machines, including elumatic and similar equipment, handling metal extrusions and operating under tight tolerances. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturday work as needed to meet production demands. The environment is active and production-focused, with typical manufacturing noise levels and physical activity, and requires adherence to all safety and shop floor procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeland, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lakeland,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

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):
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