Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

Responsible for programming, setup, and operation of multiple machining areas, including turning, milling, and tooling, to produce precision metal parts according to production line specifications in a manufacturing organization. You will read, interpret, and follow both basic and complex blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately machine parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform tool changes, offsets, and compensations independently.
• Operate one or more machines efficiently and safely.
• Inspect and verify features according to Quality Inspection Plans (QIP’s) during production.
• Support training efforts on products and processes within the machining department.
• Provide input on new product processing and troubleshoot process issues.
• Achieve applied and earned production rates to standard.
• Complete preventive maintenance requirements on CNC equipment.
• Document actions by completing required production documentation and performing ERP transactions.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing department goals.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; clean equipment and area before, during, and after shift.
• Adhere to all company safety equipment requirements at all times within all production areas, including required PPE for each department; Safety glasses and safety shoes must be worn at all times within all production areas, NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Adhere to EHS, Right to Know, and RECRA requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Strong technical experience with a machining foundation.
• Experience with lathe, blueprint reading, mill operation, and micrometer usage.
• Programming skills for CNC machines.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with machine setups required.
• CNC programming using CAD software strongly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Permanent resident.
• Additional related technical/vocational training and certifications preferred.
• Experience with machines/controls and programming software such as Mastercam, Mazak, Mazatrol, Robodrill, Fanuc, HAAS, Citizen.
• Good understanding of quality control principles.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Basic computer navigation and utilization skills.
• Good working knowledge of measurement devices, tooling, and gages.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Good working knowledge of machine shop mathematics and GD&T.
• Ability to machine parts independently from print to finished product.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees receive 11 paid holidays and PTO, matching 401K, tuition reimbursement, and access to dependent scholarship programs.

Work Environment

The work environment is a bit warm, especially in the plating area, but the company provides water and Gatorade and encourages frequent breaks. Employees are expected to wear long pants and sleeves, creating a normal warm climate condition.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southbridge,, Massachusetts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $37.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southbridge,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

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.