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Job Title: CNC Machinist / CNC Mill Operator ($35/hour)

Job Description

This role focuses on CNC milling operations in an aerospace machine shop, working primarily with aerospace-grade titanium and aluminum components. You will set up and operate Makino CNC machines up to the 3rd axis, using Fanuc controls and G-code programming to produce high-precision parts. The position is ideal for candidates with strong CNC mill operating experience and prior exposure to aerospace or automotive manufacturing environments, especially involving large-scale titanium and aluminum part machining.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines, with a primary focus on Makino mills up to the 3rd axis.
• Perform CNC mill operations on aerospace-grade titanium and aluminum components, ensuring high precision and quality.
• Use Fanuc controls to run programs, adjust parameters, and troubleshoot machining issues as needed.
• Interpret and apply G-code programming to execute machining operations and make minor program edits when required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions to determine machining requirements.
• Assist with CNC machine setup, including basic setup tasks such as tooling selection, fixture installation, and part alignment.
• Operate CNC mills and, when needed, support operations involving lathes, provided they are within an aerospace machining context.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to inspect parts and verify dimensional accuracy.
• Monitor machining processes to maintain tight tolerances and ensure parts meet aerospace quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following shop safety procedures and best practices for machine operation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve machining challenges and improve production efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills in a production environment.
• Proficiency in setting up CNC milling machines, including basic setup of tooling and fixtures.
• Experience working with aerospace-grade titanium and aluminum components.
• Familiarity with Makino CNC machines, particularly up to the 3rd axis.
• Strong working knowledge of Fanuc controls for CNC machine operation.
• Ability to understand and work with G-code programming, including basic edits.
• Blueprint reading skills to interpret dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Proficient use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Background in aerospace or automotive manufacturing environments, especially large-scale part machining.
• Solid CNC mill operating experience, with exposure to setups or prior work involving lathes in an aerospace context.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Haas mills and their controls.
• Strong understanding of CNC machine setup practices for mills.
• Broader machining and milling experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work from detailed work instructions and quality standards typical of aerospace manufacturing.
• Comfort working with various CNC machine tools and related equipment in a production shop.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable aerospace manufacturer with long-term contracts secured through 2027, offering strong job security and the opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-precision components. The environment values skilled tradespeople, provides exposure to advanced CNC technologies, and supports continuous development of your machining expertise.

Work Environment

The role is based in an aerospace machine shop environment focused on high-precision machining of titanium and aluminum components. You will work with CNC mills, including Makino and Haas machines, using Fanuc controls and G-code in a production setting. The shop is equipped with standard machining and inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers, and follows structured aerospace manufacturing processes and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.