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Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking three experienced CNC Machinists. This role involves setting up and operating conventional lathes, vertical and horizontal boring mills, portable machining equipment, CNC lathes, and vertical mills machining centers to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts. You will read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures, dismantle machinery or equipment using proper hand tools, and work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

Responsibilities

+ Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

+ Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work-piece as guides for subsequent machining as necessary.

+ Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required.

+ Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to established guidelines and procedures.

+ Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine as required.

+ Verify conformance of finished work-piece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.

+ Set up and operate machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.

+ Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as required.

+ Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and laser.

+ Confer with engineers, production personnel, maintenance technicians, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

+ Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and management.

+ Continue to learn machinist and maintenance knowledge and use the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.

+ Ensure that safe work practices are followed and adhered to.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with CNC lathes, vertical mills, and machining centers

+ Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings

+ Proficiency with conventional lathes, vertical and horizontal boring mills, and portable machining equipment

+ Skill in machine setup, programming, and operation

+ Familiarity with Haas, Mazak, and Fanuc controls

+ Knowledge of machining, machine shop operations, and maintenance tasks

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Strong understanding of machining principles and techniques

+ Ability to work with both metallic and non-metallic parts

+ Experience with measuring and inspection tools

+ Proficiency in calculating and setting machining controls

+ Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy

+ Good communication skills and the ability to work well with a team

Why Work Here?

This is a direct placement opportunity where you will become eligible for excellent benefits right away. You will be working for a great company that offers continued training and development for employees. There is significant room for growth, with opportunities to test for different levels to receive pay increases or switch departments to gain further development.

Work Environment

This is a heavy industrial environment where no part of the plant is climate controlled. You will be working around the elements, with very hot conditions in the summer and very cold conditions in the winter. At times, you will be working around furnaces, which increases the heat. The campus is extensive, with hundreds of acres of land. You will be hired into a specific department (Cast house, cold mill, hot mill, roll shop, or Element 13) and will remain there. Each department has its own manager and training program. The facility is tobacco-free, and no jewelry is permitted on-site. Initially, you will work the day shift for a few months until the team is fully trained and ready to start their night shift coverage in the machine shop. Day shift hours are 8-hour days, Monday to Friday, and night shift hours are 3-11 PM, Monday to Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Muscle Shoals, Alabama.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $82680.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Muscle Shoals,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.

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.