Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist who will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC machinery to produce high-quality parts. This role involves interpreting blueprints, setting up machines, and ensuring that all products meet precise specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, blueprints, and setup instructions to determine required materials, tools, and production steps.
• Select and install dies, tooling, and fixtures using measuring tools and hand tools.
• Position and secure stops, guides, tracks, and turntables for proper machine operation.
• Load parts into machines and secure them with clamps.
• Adjust machine settings such as heat, wire speed, pressure, stroke depth, and feed rates based on material type and job specifications.
• Operate machinery to produce parts that meet required tolerances and finish standards.
• Inspect parts for accuracy in dimensions, squareness, concentricity, and surface finish.
• Deburr and smooth parts using hand tools, air files, belt sanders, or grinding wheels.
• Identify and resolve production issues, including replacing worn or damaged tools and fixtures.
• Perform routine maintenance and lubrication on machines and equipment.
• Record production times, inventory usage, and part locations in the database system.
• Report equipment malfunctions, material defects, or unusual conditions to supervisors.
• Keep work area and equipment clean and organized.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Properly dispose of waste materials.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with changeovers, lathes, grinding, and machining.
• Familiarity with machine programming, mills, and lathe equipment.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using micrometers and calipers.

Why Work Here?

Join a top employer in St. Louis known for providing an excellent work environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled environment with a huge shop floor, featuring a mixture of new and older equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Competitive Insurance Coverage, eligible on the first of the month after hire date:

Medical (PPO and High Deductible Plan with Employer HSA Contribution)

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D

Accident

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

401(k) Eligibility with Employer Match

Company Paid Benefits:

Group Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Vacation Policy

Weekly onsite Nurse Practitioner and Chiropractor

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Plant Closure Between Christmas and New Year's Day

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.

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