Machinist

Job Title: Machinist
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced machinist to join our team on the 2nd shift. The role involves setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, primarily focusing on lathes such as Doosan and Haas. You will be responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints, inspection check sheets, and instructions, as well as using inspection gauges like calipers, micrometers, and height gauges for quality checks on parts. The position requires making adjustments on machines and tools as necessary, with a focus on low-volume, varied parts rather than production-based machining. The ability to perform multiple setups and tooling changes is essential, along with the skill to edit programs directly at the machine.
Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, primarily focusing on lathes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, inspection check sheets, and instructions.
• Use inspection gauges such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges for quality checks on parts.
• Make necessary adjustments on machines and tools.
• Perform multiple setups and tooling changes.
• Edit programs directly at the machine when needed.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in setting up and running CNC mills and lathes.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and using inspection gauges like calipers and micrometers.
• Experience with G&M code editing at the machine for at least 2 years.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Doosan and Haas lathes and mills.
• Experience in programming CNC machines.

Why Work Here?
Join a company that offers health, vision, and dental benefits, with an option to join the Union. Benefit from a recently renovated facility equipped with brand new CNC machinery and enjoy an automatic pay bump after 90 business days. Our friendly and laid-back environment is complemented by company lunches and outings. We promote from within, ensuring growth opportunities for our dedicated employees.
Work Environment
Work in a clean, well-lit, organized, and climate-controlled shop with about 100 colleagues. The 1st shift runs from Monday through Thursday, 5am to 3pm. While weekend work is limited, there is flexibility for voluntary overtime. The facility is unionized after 90 days, offering a supportive work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whitewater, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whitewater, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Whitewater,WI.

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.