About this role
Job Title: CNC MachinistJob DescriptionThe CNC Machinist sets up, operates, and helps program CNC equipment to produce precision components that meet strict quality and tolerance requirements. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints and shop layouts, working with close tolerances, and supporting continuous improvement across a growing manufacturing operation that serves multiple high-tech industries.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and shop layouts to understand part specifications and machining requirements.
- Set up CNC machines with the correct tools, attachments, and workholding to meet job specifications.
- Assist with and learn CNC programming, and operate CNC machines to ensure accurate and efficient production.
- Monitor machine operations throughout the production run to detect errors, issues, or deviations from specifications.
- Inspect finished products using appropriate measuring tools to verify they meet quality standards and very close tolerances, including tolerances such as 0.0002 inches (2/10ths).
- Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines and related equipment to keep them in safe and reliable operating condition.
- Work with press fits, ensuring proper methods are used to join parts with tight frictional fits.
- Operate related shop equipment such as drill presses, grinders, milling machines, and lathes as needed.
- Support assembly and inspection activities to ensure components and assemblies meet required specifications.
- Troubleshoot machining and equipment issues and adjust processes or setups to maintain product quality and productivity.
- Collaborate with engineers and team members to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Minimum 2+ years of CNC Machinist experience.
- Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop layouts.
- Experience working with press fits and understanding methods of joining parts with tight frictional fits.
- Demonstrated ability to work with very close tolerances, including tolerances such as 0.0002 inches (2/10ths).
- Hands-on experience with CNC machines, including setup and operation.
- Mechanical aptitude and strong understanding of machining principles.
- Experience with machining operations such as milling, turning, drilling, and grinding.
- Ability to perform inspection of machined parts using appropriate measurement tools.
- Troubleshooting skills for resolving machining and equipment issues.
- Capability to work effectively in a manufacturing setting and follow established processes and safety procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience operating lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment.
- Background in assembly and inspection within a machining or manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with CNC lathe and CNC mill operation.
- Knowledge of or exposure to CAD/CAM programs and CNC programming concepts.
- Strong general mechanical skills and mechanical aptitude.
- Comfort working in a job shop environment that serves multiple industries such as biotech, pharma, medical device, semiconductor, and industrial engineering.
Why Work Here? You will join a growing organization that is investing in its future through ongoing facility and equipment expansion. The company has recently completed a major building expansion and continues to add fully automated manufacturing lines, providing exposure to modern technologies and processes. You will work on projects that support advanced industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, semiconductors, and industrial engineering, offering variety and technical challenge. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement, collaboration, and skills development, giving you the opportunity to expand your expertise and grow your career in a stable and forward-looking environment.
Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a manufacturing setting with modern CNC equipment and expanding automated manufacturing lines. The standard schedule runs Monday to Friday, with start times typically between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., and most team members finishing their day around 2:30 p.m., providing an early-shift workday. You will work on the shop floor around CNC machines, lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and related equipment, following established safety procedures and shop practices.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Hopewell Junction, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $93600.00/yr. 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. Offered full benefits: Medical (they pay 70%; you pay 30%), Dental, 401K, Life, Short term and long term disability, 5 days PTO
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Hopewell Junction,NY.
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.