Mill Machinist

This position is for an experienced Mill Machinist in a busy machine shop environment in Brighton, MI. You will set up and operate manual and/or CNC milling machines to produce precision components that meet strict customer and internal quality standards. The role requires strong blueprint reading skills, the ability to hold tight tolerances, and a commitment to producing high-quality machined parts in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and CNC milling machines, including vertical mills.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to determine machining requirements.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials for each job to ensure efficient and accurate production.
• Perform machine set-ups, changeovers, and tool offsets as required for each production run.
• Make minor CNC program edits when needed to optimize machining processes and maintain part quality.
• Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.
• Maintain tight tolerances and verify that all parts meet established quality specifications.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Follow all established safety policies and procedures while operating machinery and handling materials.

• At least 3 years of experience as a mill machinist.
• Proven experience with mill machine operation, including set-ups and changeovers.
• Hands-on experience operating manual and CNC milling machines.
• Ability to perform some CNC programming and minor program edits at the machine.
• Strong blueprint and drawing reading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain tight tolerances on machined components.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.
• Solid understanding of machining processes and cutting tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and make appropriate adjustments.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Experience working with both vertical mills and other manual machine tools such as lathes.
• Background in a fast-paced manufacturing or production machine shop environment.
• Familiarity with basic machine maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality procedures.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple jobs and setups.

You will join a professional machine shop environment that values craftsmanship, precision, and teamwork. The organization emphasizes quality and safety while maintaining a fast-paced setting that offers variety in work and the opportunity to expand your machining skills. You will collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and production teams, allowing you to see the direct impact of your work on finished products and customer satisfaction.

Work Environment

The role is based in a machine shop environment in Brighton, MI, working with manual and CNC milling machines and potentially other equipment such as lathes. You will regularly use precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges. The setting is fast-paced and production-focused, with close collaboration among machining, engineering, quality, and production teams. Work involves standing at machines, handling metal components, and performing basic machine maintenance while following established safety policies and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brighton, MI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 Brighton,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.