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Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for machining and manufacturing parts for customers and projects. Your duties will include performing CNC machine setups, tooling adjustments and changeovers, as well as running and operating various machines such as CNC Okuma Mill, CNC Lathe, CNC Haas Mill, Press Brake, and Laser. You will also conduct minor program edits when necessary and perform quality inspections of your parts. The role involves working in a low-rate production job shop, typically performing 2-3 setups per week with tolerances ranging from 0.005 to 0.03 inches.

Responsibilities

• Perform CNC machine setups, tooling adjustments, and changeovers.
• Run and operate CNC Okuma Mill, CNC Lathe, CNC Haas Mill, Press Brake, and Laser.
• Conduct minor program edits when necessary.
• Perform quality inspections of machined parts.
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance on machines including cooling changeovers and greasing.
• Repair minor mechanical breakdowns.

Essential Skills

• Experience with CNC machining and setup.
• Proficient in reading and editing G Code Programming.
• Experience in quality control of parts.
• Ability to work with micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices.
• 2-3 years of CNC machining experience preferred, especially with CNC Okuma Mills and Lathes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Open to entry-level candidates with a Degree in Precision Machining and strong G Code knowledge.
• CNC Programming experience is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

This position offers an opportunity to develop your skills in a specialized job shop environment, focusing on low-rate production and precision machining. Our team values growth and provides a supportive environment where you can enhance your technical expertise.

Work Environment

This is a 1st shift position, working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. Overtime is not available during the contract period but may be offered up to 2-3 hours per week afterwards. The non-climate controlled shop environment includes fans and bay doors for cooling in summer, and heaters in winter. Summer temperatures can reach up to 90 degrees, while winter temperatures are roughly in the 50s. The shop is equipped with 2 CNC Okuma Mills, 1 CNC Lathe, 1 CNC Haas Mill, a CNC Router, a Manual Mill, and a Manual Lathe.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please use this link to schedule a virtual interview to discuss the role further: https://talentassistant.aerotek.com/assistant/bookings/UzzLhQsp

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SAINT LOUIS, MO.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 SAINT LOUIS,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.