Machinist

Job Title: Machinist Job Description

This role involves hands-on machining, minor edits, and setup of 3, 4, 5 axis mills, lathes, and Swiss machines. You will need to accurately read drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerances and dimensions. A solid working knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and inserts used on different machines is essential. You should be able to use mathematical skills to calculate material, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra. The ability to set priorities and efficiently advance projects to achieve customer and quality objectives is crucial. You will work independently and follow through with assignments with minimal supervision, adhering to safety and quality standards, and reporting and correcting all issues.

Responsibilities

• Calculate dimensions or tolerances using instruments such as micrometers and calipers.

• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

• Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.

• Consistently maintain clean and orderly equipment, work centers, and overall production floor.

• Take immediate action to solve out-of-tolerance parts, quality issues or other problems by adjusting the machine, asking for assistance, or alerting your lead or manager.

• Meet or exceed productivity and scrap goals while maintaining accurate counts of parts and completing required documentation.

• Suggest and support implementation of ideas to improve safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

• Work overtime as required.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) callouts.

• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales.

• Adaptability to changing environments and competing demands.

• Critical thinking and advanced decision-making skills.

• Ability to identify different materials and their relationship to design.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to read, comprehend, follow, and document work instructions, blueprints, routers, and standard operating procedures.

• Ability to collaborate and assist team members.

• Compliance with 5S and safe work environment practices.

• Effective communication and interaction skills.

• Experience with CNC or applicable machines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an ISO/FDA job shop preferred.

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

• Wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a supportive environment where employee suggestions for safety, quality, and efficiency improvements are valued. You will be part of a collaborative team that strives to make the workplace better. Opportunities for overtime are available, allowing you to maximize your earnings. The company maintains a moderate noise level in the manufacturing plant, ensuring a comfortable work setting.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing plant where 100% of the time is spent. Employees will wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection. The facility complies with 5S and safe work environment practices. Shifts include day and night options, with first shift running from 6 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Thursday, and second shift from 4:30 PM to 3:20 AM. Weekend shifts are available, both day and night, with compensation for 40 hours of work. Employees will rotate from days to 2nd shift after 2-3 months, with a shift differential for working the 2nd shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $42.00/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 Athens,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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):

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.