Machinist

Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

As a Machinist, you will operate a variety of machine shop equipment for the production of parts used in the manufacturing of electrical connectors. Your skill level will determine your responsibilities, which include setting up and operating various machinery such as CNC machines, manual lathes, mills, drill presses, and saws.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machine tools and equipment, such as manual lathes, mills, drill presses, cut-off saws, and CNC turning and milling equipment.
• Perform setups to produce a variety of production parts and tools from metal, plastics, and other materials.
• Inspect all work using precision measuring tools to ensure all parts meet drawing specifications.
• Make adjustments and offsets to machines to control speed, material feed, and path to ensure machines are set up properly, working well, and producing quality products.
• Perform work under general to minimal supervision depending on skill level and experience.
• Enter accurate daily labor information into the data collection system.
• Maintain quality-consciousness and responsibility for all aspects of quality related to work produced.
• Have knowledge and general understanding of ISO 9001 quality policies.
• Adhere to all safety directives and requirements within the area and facility and fully participate in all 6S activities and daily clean-up.
• Perform other duties as directed by Management.

Essential Skills

• At least a couple of years of machining experience.
• Ability to run a manual mill or lathe.
• Understanding the fundamentals of reading a blueprint/schematic/drawing.
• Ability to use metrology tools to measure parts.
• Capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds throughout the day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CNC experience is a plus.
• Welding experience is highly valued.
• Experience using CAD/CAM technology is an advantage.
• Computer programming experience is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

This is a very good workplace with a supportive team. The products are long-lasting, providing job stability. You'll receive training from experienced Machinists, and with many retiring soon, there are opportunities for growth. As long as you fulfill your job responsibilities, you will excel here. Plus, the work is engaging and enjoyable.

Work Environment

Once trained, you'll be able to start jobs independently. You will work at various stations, with pre-cut materials and machines ready for operation. The materials include stainless steel, brass, aluminum, bronze, regular 4130 steel, and some plastics. The facility focuses heavily on lathe work with six CNC lathes and one mill. You'll be responsible for reading blueprints and performing inspections.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Rosa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Rosa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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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