Cnc Machinist @ Aerotek

Job Title: CNC MachinistJob DescriptionThe CNC Machinist sets up, operates, and maintains CNC mills and lathes to produce high-quality precision components for forestry, agricultural, land-clearing, and heavy equipment applications. This role requires strong machining experience, excellent blueprint-reading skills, and a consistent focus on quality, accuracy, and safety in a manufacturing environment that utilizes multiple CNC mills, CNC lathes, and manual lathes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture parts according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T requirements to ensure parts meet design intent and tolerances.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, and feeds for a wide range of machining operations on steel and other materials.
• Perform machine adjustments and tool offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, identify root causes, and make necessary corrections to optimize part quality and throughput.
• Maintain accurate production records and quality documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams to support production goals and resolve technical challenges.
• Work with 3D and 2D programs and 5-axis machines as needed to support complex machining operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, steel design considerations, and tolerance control.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies while operating CNC and manual equipment.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Hands-on CNC setup skills, including selecting tools, setting speeds and feeds, and establishing offsets.
• Proficiency with manual CNC operations and familiarity with manual lathes.
• Experience working with 3D and 2D machining programs.
• Ability to work with 5-axis machines and multi-axis setups.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, steel design, and tolerance requirements.
• Competence in using precision measuring equipment for first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve machining and dimensional issues.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CNC programming experience is preferred and beneficial for optimizing setups and machining operations.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams to support production objectives.
• Ability to maintain detailed production records and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with machining components used in forestry, agricultural, land-clearing, and heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on producing high-quality, precision components.
• Ability to balance design-related tasks with hands-on work on the production floor.

Why Work Here? Join a manufacturing environment that values precision, craftsmanship, and collaboration across engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams. You will work with advanced CNC technology, including multi-axis machines and both CNC and manual equipment, while contributing directly to the production of robust components used in demanding industries. The role offers a stable weekday schedule, opportunities to deepen your machining and programming expertise, and a culture that emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work EnvironmentThis position is 100% onsite in a manufacturing environment operating multiple CNC mills, CNC lathes, and manual lathes. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role combines approximately 80% design-related and programming-focused work with 20% hands-on activity on the production floor. Work is performed around heavy equipment and precision machinery, with a strong emphasis on safety procedures, organized workspaces, and adherence to company policies.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pembroke, GA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.00 - $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 Pembroke,GA.

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.