Conventional Machinist

As a Conventional Machinist, you will be responsible for producing machine parts and assemblies per specifications and drawings. You will perform a variety of machine setups and operations, ensuring precision and accuracy in all tasks.

• Perform a variety of machine setups and operations.
• Document machine setup data, maintain related records and files, and update as needed.
• Ensure the use of statistical methods or quality control.
• Work to close tolerances and select speeds, feeds, and tools for varying conditions according to reference manuals or materials for machine setups.
• Read and interpret conditions defined in reference manuals, drawings, and related materials to produce parts.
• Replace tools as required.

• Proficiency and experience in operating a manual lathe and milling machine.
• 5+ years of experience with manual lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ability to meticulously measure and mark raw materials before cutting, drilling, or shaping them to achieve exact dimensions and tolerance.
• Keen understanding of mechanical drawings.
• Ability to perform precise measurements using instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Thorough knowledge of machining processes and materials.

Work in a large machine and industrial shop located in Valley Center. The environment can get very hot during the summer season. The job operates on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

This is a Contract position based out of Valley Center, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Contract position based out of Valley Center, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Valley Center,CA.

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.