Machinist

CNC Machinist

Location: Athens, Alabama

We are hiring a CNC Machinist to join a manufacturing company focused on precision, quality, and consistency. This role is ideal for a machinist who values clean, detailed work and wants to be part of an industry that directly supports patient care and medical innovation.

Position Overview

The CNC Machinist role is situated within a manufacturing plant environment with a typically moderate noise level. This position will begin with paid training on day shift before transitioning to second shift. The company offers multiple shift options and opportunities for long-term stability.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines (mills and/or lathes) producing medical device components
• Load raw materials and tooling, make offsets, and perform tool changes as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools
• Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards required for medical manufacturing
• Follow safety, quality, and clean manufacturing procedures

Training & Shifts

• Training Period:
  • Day shift for 2–3 months
  • Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday
• Second Shift (After Training):
  • Hours: 4:30 p.m. – 3:30 a.m.
  • Includes a shift differential
• Weekend Shift Options (Available):
  • Day: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Night: 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
  • Both weekend shifts offer 40 hours of pay

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant setting
• Moderate noise level
• Clean, organized environment typical of medical device production

Qualifications

• CNC machining experience preferred (medical device experience is a plus)
• Experience with CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable work history and ability to work assigned shifts

Why Join This Team

• Stable, long-term opportunity in medical manufacturing
• Paid training on day shift
• Shift differential for second shift
• Multiple scheduling options, including weekends
• Work that directly contributes to life-saving medical products

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and supportive team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Benefit from opportunities to enhance your skills and contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence. Enjoy a flexible work schedule with competitive compensation for weekend shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $42.00/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 Athens,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.

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