About this role
What You'll Do
- Perform complete setups and operate Haas CNC mills, including 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
- Interpret blueprints, setup sheets, and engineering drawings.
- Build and install fixtures, tooling, and work holding for complex machining operations.
- Create and validate first-article parts before production runs.
- Utilize GD&T to machine and inspect precision components to tight tolerances.
- Verify dimensions using calipers, micrometers, and other precision inspection equipment.
- Make machine offsets and process adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Operate manual mills for drilling, tapping, and reaming when needed.
- Maintain quality standards while supporting on-time production goals.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of CNC mill setup and operation experience.
- Strong experience with Haas controls and CNC milling processes.
- Experience with 3-axis machining; 5-axis setup experience is highly preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T.
- Skilled with precision measuring instruments and in-process inspections.
- Experience machining aerospace, defense, automotive, or other precision components is highly valued.
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Modern climate-controlled facility Advanced Haas 3-axis and 5-axis equipment Complex, low-volume precision parts instead of repetitive production work Aerospace, defense, automotive, and commercial projects Stable work environment with opportunities to expand your machining skills Team that values quality, craftsmanship, and continuous improvementWork Environment
You'll work in a clean, organized, climate-controlled machine shop with modern CNC equipment and inspection tools. This is a hands-on role for machinists who enjoy challenging setups, precision work, and seeing their expertise make a direct impact on finished products.If you're a CNC Machinist who enjoys setup work, solving machining challenges, and producing high-precision parts, apply today and let's talk.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anaheim, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Anaheim,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.