Cnc Machinist

Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for manufacturing detailed parts and tools from blueprints, sketches, drawings, or verbal instructions. You will use various computer or mechanically controlled machine tools and equipment to produce high-quality components. This role involves setting up and operating mills, lathes, CNC machine tools, grinders, and other equipment using mathematical and geometrical calculations. You will also be required to use precision measuring instruments to check and maintain tolerances, calculate dimensions, and ensure all surfaces of parts or products conform to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC milling and turning centers according to complex blueprints and specifications.
• Retrieve job-related information, including job routings, part drawings, tool lists, and work instructions.
• Select and utilize appropriate cutting tools and work holding for various materials and machining processes.
• Document manufactured quantities and all required processes utilizing the ERP system.
• Perform precise measurements and inspections to ensure parts meet stringent quality control standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize machining efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Assist with developing new machining methods and tooling for complex parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• High school degree or equivalent, plus advanced training
• ITAR compliance
• Excellent attention to detail
• Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements
• Basic computer skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Understanding and obedience to safety requirements

Why Work Here?

Join a great company offering a very clean and stable machine shop environment. Enjoy medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with opportunities for upward mobility to engineering and leadership positions. Benefit from $5000 a year in education reimbursement.

Work Environment

Work in a very large and clean machine shop. Choose from various shifts: Day (6:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Thursday), Swing (4:30 pm - 2:45 am, Monday to Thursday with an 8% differential), or Weekend (5:00 am - 5:30 pm, Friday to Sunday with a 12% differential).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Plains, OR.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in North Plains,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.