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Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Machinist to join our team and work on a wide variety of parts, including pistons, cylinders, and caps. You will be responsible for machining components with tolerances as tight as one thousandth of an inch, primarily using stainless and mild steel, titanium, and aluminum. Our facility is equipped with 70 different CNC machines, utilizing the universal G code language, and DNC control software called Predator.

Responsibilities

+ Set up and operate various machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, hobs, and precision grinders to produce aerospace parts according to sketches.

+ Use machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments to make standard shop computations related to dimensions and tooling.

+ Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or VIP standards.

+ Prepare machines for production by inspecting parts for malfunctions and troubleshooting when possible, calling for repairs if necessary.

+ Regulate machining by utilizing machine instrumentation knowledge and adjusting controls.

+ Meet production deadlines by following manufacturing schedules and procedures, resolving production problems as they arise.

Essential Skills

+ Mechanical aptitude

+ Familiarity with precision measuring tools

+ CNC experience

+ Hands-on experience in machining

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Programming knowledge

+ Experience with multiple machine types, including CNC mill and CNC lathe

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that supports major aerospace clients and military entities. Benefit from cross-training opportunities on multiple machines and advance your career in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Enjoy competitive shift premiums and the opportunity to move to day shifts with seniority.

Work Environment

Our manufacturing facility is located in Yakima and specializes in hydraulic and actuation cylinders for airplanes. The facility boasts over 70 machines, ranging from manual bridgeports and lathes to advanced CNC machines. You will work the 3rd shift from Sunday to Thursday, with hours from 10 PM to 6:30 AM, and a **15% shift premium on base pay** . Training will occur during daytime hours before transitioning to the full 3rd shift schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of YAKIMA, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spokane,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.