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Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

The Machinist is responsible for the set-up, layout, programming, and operation of milling machines to produce precision parts for various industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Military, and Energy. Utilizing Haas, Portomag, and Fadal machines with Fusion programming, the machinist will work with materials ranging from plastics to metals, crafting components such as balancers, crack detection systems, dimensional gages, and surface measurement systems.

Responsibilities

+ Fit all parts, tools, and machines to support the machining process.

+ Perform layout work from blueprints, sketches, and written instructions.

+ Load correct programs to the machine using G&M codes.

+ Adjust cutting speeds and depths, feed rates, and position tools based on work sketches, setting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

+ Set proper holding pressure on vises and collets.

+ Operate mill turning machine and perform tool changes as needed.

+ Select and properly load correct fixtures for jobs.

+ Monitor machine speeds and feeds.

+ Make modifications and adjust machine tool according to instructions through a toolpath.

+ Cut away excess material to produce the finished product.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum 1 year of experience in manual milling.

+ Strong knowledge of G&M codes, GD&T symbols, and blueprint reading.

+ 3 years of programming experience, preferably with Fusion, but other software such as Edgecam, Mastercam, or Gibbscam is acceptable.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bring own tools; limited in-house tools available.

+ Wear steel-toed shoes; safety glasses provided.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and mechanical changeovers.

Why Work Here?

Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, dental and medical insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid sick time, company holidays, and vacations.

Work Environment

The work environment includes 6 CNC machines, 3 manual mills, 2 new Haas VF2 machines, grinders, and saws. The shop features machining, welding, shipping and receiving, panel building, paint booth, and testing areas. Office spaces are located on either side of the shop, with the engineering department and training center upstairs. The current shift is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with breaks scheduled throughout the day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whitmore Lake, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $33.00/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 Whitmore Lake,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.