• Conventional Machinist

    Aerotek (Santa Fe Springs, CA)


    Job Title: Conventional Machinist

    Job Description

    The Conventional Machinist will operate 2 & 3 axis machines, including Mill and Hone Machines, to produce complex aerospace parts. The role involves fully operating multiple machines, performing pre-operational inspections, and studying blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces.

    Responsibilities

    + Fully operate multiple machines, including conventional and Hone Machines.

    + Perform pre-operational inspections to ensure machinery is ready for use.

    + Study blueprints, manuals, and dispatch specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

    + Perform complex set-ups on multiple machines, including checking or changing chucking jaws, tools, etc.

    + Operate sit-down forklift to retrieve parts and load them onto racks.

    + Utilize cranes and hoists to load and unload parts from racks onto machines.

    + Operate machines on trial runs to verify accuracy of machine settings and programmed controls.

    + Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.

    + 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.

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

    + Verify conformance of finished workpieces to specifications.

    + Track time on each function or task by maintaining time records.

    + Carry out day-to-day work following the department's continuous improvement plan.

    Essential Skills

    + Ability to read program codes.

    + Ability to read and understand blueprints.

    + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

    + 5+ years of experience.

    + High School Diploma or GED.

    + Basic computer skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Troubleshooting skills.

    + Knowledge of blueprint reading.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role is based in a large manufacturing environment with approximately 25-27 machinists working across three shifts in the machine shop. The facility is non-union and has undergone extensive modernization to create a state-of-the-art industrial enterprise.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Fe Springs,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 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.