Manual Machinist 2nd Shift

Manual Machinist – Full Time

Kenner, LA

Pay: $35.00 – $45 per hour (based on experience)

I’m looking to bring on an experienced Manual Machinist for our Kenner shop. This is a 100% manual machining role—no CNC work at all. If you know your way around a manual lathe and mill, take pride in your work, and want steady, long‑term employment, this is a solid opportunity.

• Set up and run manual lathes, mills, drill presses, and other shop equipment
• Machine and repair parts to print and tolerance
• Read blueprints and work orders
• Inspect your own work using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Keep machines, tools, and work area clean and safe

• 3+ years of hands‑on manual machining experience
• Strong skills on manual lathes and mills
• Able to read prints and hold tight tolerances
• Reliable, safety‑minded, and takes pride in craftsmanship
• Experience with steel and industrial components preferred

• $35.00–$45/hr, depending on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
• Relocation assistance available for qualified out‑of‑area machinists
• Stable work with a shop that respects skilled tradespeople

Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor, climate-controlled shop environment, providing a comfortable and consistent workspace throughout the year. The schedule typically runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with additional opportunities for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday work as needed. Sundays are generally reserved for emergency jobs. Holiday work may be required for urgent needs. Sunday and holiday hours are compensated at double time, and there is a 10% differential for PM shifts.

The facility offers eight paid holidays and two floating holidays, along with a 4% employer match on the 401(k) plan.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenner, LA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.50/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 Kenner,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 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.