Travel Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Travel Machinist

Job Description

The Travel Machinist sets up and operates CNC machining centers, manual and CNC mills, manual lathes, and related equipment to produce precision, large-scale parts in a timely and accurate manner. This role requires independent setup, tooling changes, and quality inspection, with a focus on tight tolerances and working from detailed blueprints in a high-volume, industrial machine shop environment.

Shift

Friday - Tuesday, 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM

• Additional days/hours will be required for overtime, for a total of 60 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Machining Centers, Manual and CNC Mills, Manual and CNC Lathes in order to produce precision parts in a timely manner 
• Set up could take 2-3 hours of the shift or it could be set up from the person before them  
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machine 
• Select the appropriate tools and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work. 
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as CNC Mills, CNC Lathes, and Grinders. 
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools 
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using instruments such as micrometers, depth micrometers, inside diameter gauges, and outside diameter gauges 
• Read and understand blueprints and gauging sheets 
• Operate hoist in order to load parts onto machining center, lathe, or mill 
• Fork truck would bring all of their parts to them, not moving their own material  
• Tool crib is delivered to the station as well 
• Using gauges and checking quality on your own part every piece Large scale parts 
• Brand - wide range of brands 
  • 5 axis wester bennet, 3 or 4 Toshiba machines, UG machines  
  • 2/3/4 axis 
  • 3 new machines 
  • 5 axis 
• Controls  
  • Fanuc/Siemens  
• Setups  
  • 1-2 a day 
  • Cycle Times - 1 hour - 4 hours depending on the machine 
• Perform own quality checks - They have a check sheet within plex which is their computer program Machinist are required to check every part 
• Blueprints 
• Size of part: all of the machines have hoists cast iron/rolled steel/carbon steel  

Essential Skills

• CNC Machining on lathes and mills 
• Ability to independently setup the machine 
• Ability to independently change tooling 
• Working with Large scale parts 
• Blueprint reading 
• Quality tools - micrometers, depth micrometers, inside diameter gauge, and outside diameter gauges 
• Ability to hold tight machining tolerances +/-0.001" 0.004 - .005 of an inch tolerances  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc controls.
• Programming experience on CNC machines.
• Past experience working an overnight shift

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to travel while working in a sophisticated, large-scale machine shop that supports diverse industries including oil and gas, aerospace, mining, and heavy equipment. You benefit from a structured per diem arrangement and gain exposure to a wide range of modern CNC technologies, controls, and complex parts. The environment emphasizes safety, consistent procedures, and hands-on craftsmanship, allowing you to refine your skills on advanced multi-axis equipment while enjoying a stable schedule and clear expectations.

Work Environment

The position is based in a large machine shop with approximately 300 employees spread across multiple buildings, featuring substantial equipment and operations in mining, gear cutting, and heavy industrial manufacturing.

This is a Contract position based out of Springfield, IL.

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $37.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Springfield,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.