CNC Machinist

Job Title: CNC and Manual Machinist

Job Description

This role sets up and operates both manual and CNC machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and grinders, to machine plastic and metal workpieces to precise specifications. The machinist works to exacting tolerances, determines appropriate speeds and feeds, interprets blueprints, and may perform final inspection on finished products to ensure exceptional quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and CNC mills to machine plastic and metal components to specified dimensions and tolerances.

• Set up and operate manual lathes and manual milling machines for production and custom workpieces.

• Operate additional shop equipment such as drill presses, surface grinders, Blanchard grinders, and other machine tools as needed.

• Determine appropriate speeds, feeds, and tooling to produce high-quality parts efficiently and consistently.

• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints and technical drawings to produce accurate components.

• Visualize the finished product from the blueprint and machining plan, anticipating critical features and dimensions.

• Recognize, report, and help correct errors or inconsistencies in blueprints or work instructions.

• Perform troubleshooting on CNC machines and processes to resolve quality or dimensional issues.

• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection equipment to verify part dimensions.

• Function as a final inspector for finished manufactured products when required, ensuring they meet all specifications and quality standards.

• Perform basic assembly work that requires reading and understanding blueprints when needed.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow all shop safety procedures.

• Collaborate with supervisors and team members across shifts to support efficient production and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• At least 3+ years of CNC machining experience.

• At least 3+ years of experience running CNC mills and CNC lathes.

• At least 3+ years of manufacturing or machine shop experience.

• Hands-on experience operating CNC lathes and CNC mills.

• Hands-on experience operating manual lathes and manual mills.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

• Experience with 5-axis CNC machines.

• Experience operating grinders, including surface and Blanchard grinders.

• Proficiency with drill presses and general machine operation.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machining principles.

• Ability to determine appropriate speeds and feeds for various materials and tools.

• Ability to hold and work to exacting tolerances.

• Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, and height gauges for precise measurement.

• Troubleshooting skills for CNC machines and machining processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with robotics in a machining or manufacturing environment.

• Experience reading blueprints for assembly work and performing basic mechanical assembly.

• Comfort working with both plastic and metal workpieces.

• Ability to visualize finished products from blueprints and machining plans.

• Attention to detail and a strong focus on product quality.

• Willingness to serve as a final inspector for finished parts when needed.

• Comfort working in a union shop environment.

• Strong communication skills to report blueprint errors or process issues.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a climate-controlled shop with an impressive pay structure and the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings through voluntary overtime. Join a long-established, highly stable company with a patented, high-margin product and a strong track record of success. Work in a close-knit, family-style environment with around 80 employees across three shifts, where many supervisors have advanced from the shop floor. Benefit from a unionized workplace, long-term business stability dating back to the late 19th century, and enhanced overtime opportunities, including double time on Sundays and holidays.

Work Environment

This position is on 2nd shift, working approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The facility is climate-controlled, providing a comfortable year-round environment. The shop operates across three shifts with a relatively small team of about 80 employees, fostering a family atmosphere and close collaboration. It is a union shop with regular opportunities for overtime, including work on most holidays at enhanced pay rates. The environment includes CNC and manual machines such as lathes, mills, drill presses, surface grinders, and Blanchard grinders, along with standard precision measurement tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Jeffersonville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Due to their union benefits do not kick in until after 90 days. *Make sure candidates are aware.

Competitive 401k, health dental

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jeffersonville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.

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.