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Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

The CNC Machine Operator is responsible for loading screw machines with brass and other metal rods, operating and adjusting precision equipment to produce high-quality components, and performing detailed inspections using calipers and gauges to ensure all parts meet exact specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Load screw machines with brass and other metal rods as raw material and ensure continuous, efficient operation.
• Operate and troubleshoot a variety of precision CNC and screw machinery to produce high-quality components according to technical specifications.
• Perform regular maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal functionality, minimize downtime, and maintain production standards.
• Adjust machine settings, configurations, and tooling as needed to maintain accuracy, productivity, and quality.
• Conduct inspections and tests using calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools to verify the precision and quality of components.
• Ensure all components meet technical specifications and quality assurance standards before release to the next stage of production.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures at all times to maintain a safe and compliant manufacturing environment.
• Monitor machinery processes to ensure consistent productivity and maintain efficient workflows throughout the shift.
• Collaborate closely with the machinist team and other production staff to meet daily and long-term production goals and targets.
• Identify machining issues quickly and perform troubleshooting and adjustments to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Escalate unresolved or complex issues to supervisors for additional resources or intervention when necessary.
• Demonstrate integrity, teamwork, and commitment to service excellence and growth in all aspects of the role.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, health and safety protocols, and production timelines while meeting customer requirements.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of CNC machine operating experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a custom fabrication shop or machine shop environment.
• Solid experience working with G and M codes for CNC programming and operation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and work with complex machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Experience with inspection and testing using gauges and calipers, with a focus on quality control.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of machining processes, including operation, setup, and routine maintenance of precision machinery.
• Ability to perform inspections and tests to verify component quality and adherence to strict technical specifications and quality assurance standards.
• Ability to quickly identify issues and troubleshoot machinery problems to minimize downtime and maintain production standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing production needs and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with multi-spindle automatic screw machines, including CAM and Wickman equipment.
• Prior hands-on experience operating Wickman screw machines.
• Ability to change CAMs, gears, and tooling on screw machines and related equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and tool layout sheets with precision.
• Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, blade micrometers, depth micrometers, thread ring gauges, plug gauges, and height gauges.
• Understanding of cutting tools including form tools, drills, reamers, and thread mills.
• Exposure to industries that use CAM machines, such as automotive (fuel system components and fasteners), plumbing/HVAC (brass fittings), electronics manufacturing (precision pins), and general industrial machining (bushings, couplings).

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing organization that offers a clear path for growth, with yearly performance reviews and pay increases tied to your development and contribution. Once you transition to full-time, you receive medical and dental coverage, two weeks of vacation, sick leave in accordance with employment standards, and participation in a group pension program with employer contributions after six months. The culture emphasizes a family-style, supportive environment where people are friendly, and your professional growth into more technical setup and advanced CNC work is actively encouraged.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, well-lit manufacturing environment with a family-oriented and friendly atmosphere. You work around precision CNC and screw machinery, measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, and other standard shop equipment. The setting is a typical machine shop/fabrication environment focused on safety, quality, and efficient production workflows.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mississauga, ON.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

This is a fully onsite position in Mississauga,ON.

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

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, employee assistance and discount programs.

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.

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.