Entry Level Cnc Machine Operator Jobs in Cincinnati, OH

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate EDM (electro-discharge) machines, including conventional and 5-axis EDM equipment, to produce precision machined parts.
• Load and set up parts in the machine according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Inspect parts for quality while orders are running to ensure they meet required tolerances and specifications.
• Perform detailed quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measurement tools.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and drawings to set up and run jobs accurately.
• Monitor machine operation and troubleshoot issues, identifying and correcting defects or irregularities in machinery or processes.
• Prepare and maintain production logs (travelers) and records to document machine operation, part counts, and daily production activity.
• Set up, change over, and switch jobs as required, following standard operating procedures and training.
• Maintain more than 98% efficiency on a daily basis while ensuring high-quality output and minimizing scrap.
• Work with various EDM technologies, including water-based, oil-based, and wire EDM machines, as well as modified Haas equipment.
• Handle and machine expensive aerospace turbine engine parts with a strong focus on quality and care to avoid scrapping parts.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Lift and move materials and parts up to 50 pounds as needed to support production.
• Collaborate with team members, leads, and support staff to resolve issues and maintain smooth production flow.

Essential Skills

• Experience setting up and operating CNC or other metal machining equipment.
• Hands-on experience using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measurement devices and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic computer skills for operating machines and completing production documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with complex machinery and tooling.
• Ability to work with close tolerances and understand dimensional accuracy.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and write English to complete documentation and onboarding questionnaires.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in a production environment with potentially loud noise levels.
• Eligibility to work in the United States, with required identification and completion of compliance forms.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous EDM operating experience, including sinker EDM or wire EDM.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing or machining environment.
• Familiarity with G-code, CNC programming concepts, and machine setup.
• Experience working in a machine shop environment with machining, grinding, and tooling.
• Knowledge of axis controls and multi-axis machining (including 5-axis).
• Experience with changeovers, machine setup, and running machined parts to specification.
• Comfort working with EDM machines that are water-based, oil-based, or wire EDM.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-first mindset, especially when working with high-value aerospace components.

Why Work Here?

This organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive culture that values growth, health, and family. Employees have access to health benefits with low-cost options, multiple free health clinics, and an onsite gym to support overall well-being. A 401(k) plan, paid time off, and holiday bonuses contribute to long-term financial security and recognition. The company supports continuous learning by offering tuition assistance for college programs related to career growth within the organization. The workplace embraces a family-friendly culture, including opportunities for family members to work together and special holiday gestures such as providing hams and turkeys.

Work Environment

This role is based in a high-volume production facility that houses over 150 EDM machines, with most production areas temperature-controlled for operator comfort. The environment includes both conventional and 5-axis EDM machines, many of which are custom-built and heavily modified, including Haas-based systems and other advanced CNC platforms. You will work with various EDM technologies such as water-based, oil-based, and wire EDM machines, producing high-precision turbine engine aerospace parts. The work requires frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds and the ability to work in confined spaces around machinery and fixtures. Noise levels in the facility may be loud at times, and you must consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and other safety gear as needed. Shifts follow structured schedules, including day and night shifts (for example, Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. for days, or Monday through Thursday 5:30 p.m.–4:00 a.m. and Friday 3:30 p.m.–1:00 a.m. for nights), supporting a steady and predictable production environment focused on precision, safety, and quality.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.

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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.

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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.