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Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role operates and adjusts CNC mills and lathes to perform standard and repetitive machining operations, including drilling, reaming, tapping, milling, turning, and boring across a wide range of surfaces, diameters, and depths. Programs and setups are provided by others, and you focus on safe, accurate machine operation, basic adjustments, and quality inspection of finished parts in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust CNC mills and CNC lathes (including Haas equipment) to perform drilling, reaming, tapping, milling, turning, boring, and other machining operations on various surfaces, diameters, and depths.
• Run standard and repetitive machining sequences using proven programs and setups provided by others, ensuring consistent part quality and throughput.
• Monitor machines during operation and make minor adjustments to maintain proper feeds, speeds, and part dimensions.
• Inspect machined parts using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform routine quality checks on parts throughout the production run and document inspection results as required.
• Enter and read input and output numbers on a computer to track production, record measurements, and follow work instructions.
• Handle and move metal parts, lifting up to 5 pounds into and out of the machine in a safe and efficient manner.
• Follow established safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment while working in a loud, dirty manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including machines, tools, and gauges.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to communicate issues, suggest improvements, and support production goals.
• Participate in training and cross-training opportunities to learn new machines, departments, and processes as part of the step program.
• Adhere to attendance and scheduling requirements, including regular shift hours and occasional Friday and Saturday work every three weeks.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of machining experience operating equipment such as brake press, laser, punch press, turret press, CNC machines, or other production machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Minimum 6 months of machine operating experience specifically related to CNC or similar production machines.
• At least 1 year of experience using micrometers and calipers to measure parts and perform quality inspections.
• Ability to operate CNC mills and CNC lathes, including basic adjustments to machine settings.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and thread gauges.
• Ability to read and enter numerical data into a computer and interpret basic production and inspection information.
• Comfort working in a loud, dirty, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely lift and handle metal parts up to 5 pounds repeatedly.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality parts.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality to meet production and shift requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Haas CNC machines or similar equipment.
• Interest in growing into a Machinist role and potentially into lead or supervisory positions.
• Willingness to work overtime, including up to 60 hours per week when approved in advance.
• Comfort working night shifts and rotating Friday/Saturday schedules every three weeks.
• Ability to learn new departments and processes through structured training and classes.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset to support team-based production.
• Openness to ongoing performance reviews and feedback for continuous improvement.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that invests in your development, rewards strong performance, and offers clear pathways for advancement. A structured step program pays you to learn new departments and skills, with six progression steps that can span from six months to a couple of years of trainings and classes. There is significant room for growth into higher-level machinist roles with competitive pay, as well as opportunities to move into lead and supervisory positions. The organization supports work-life flexibility by allowing as much overtime as you want, up to 60 hours per week, with time-and-a-half after 40 hours and double time on Sundays, subject to advance approval. You benefit from strong health insurance, free vending machines for beverages, and employee perks on cellphones and vehicles. The culture emphasizes recognition and appreciation, with holiday meals, apparel and merchandise awards for meeting monthly production goals, and employee appreciation forms that enter helpful team members into gift card drawings. An attendance program provides monthly bonuses and an annual bonus for perfect attendance, along with additional vacation hours. Regular reviews at 30, 60, and 90 days, as well as annual reviews with typical increases, reinforce a performance-driven environment where your contributions are recognized.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Janesville, WI.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Janesville,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.