• Cnc Machinist And Programmer

    Aerotek (Columbia, TN)


    Job Title: CNC Machinist and Programmer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Machinist and Programmer with a minimum of five years of experience in the proper setup and operation of CNC machinery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in setting up and operating CNC Mills, lathes, and vertical milling machines. Experience with HAAS and Okuma machines is advantageous. A strong ability to use precision measuring tools, cutting tools, boring bars, and fixtures is required. The candidate should be comfortable working from blueprints, rough sketches, and customer samples in a fast-paced environment.

     

    **Pay:** Up to $31hr.

    **Shift:** 1st and 2nd shift.

    **Location:** Columbia, TN

    Responsibilities

    + Set up and operate CNC machinery including mills and lathes.

    + Program, adjust, and operate CNC machines to produce mechanical parts according to customer drawings and specifications.

    + Study work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, and materials specifications to plan machining processes.

    + Interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for machining tasks.

    + Program one-off parts and small to medium runs using CAD, CAM, and other software programs.

    + Set up HAAS milling and lathe machines.

    + Operate inspection gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other quality control instrumentation.

    + Maintain CNC mills and other machines using preventative maintenance methods.

    + Evaluate machine, cutting tool, and software technologies to improve knowledge and cycle times.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum five years of experience with CNC machinery setup and operation.

    + Proficiency in operating HAAS and Okuma machines.

    + Ability to work from blueprints and rough sketches.

    + Experience with precision measuring tools and fixtures.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with programming software.

    + CMM experience is a plus.

    + Experience in using CAD and CAM software.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a stable company with a significant workload and opportunities for career advancement. We support major customers in the Middle Tennessee area and offer room for long-term career growth.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work takes place in a machine shop environment that is not climate-controlled, experiencing both hot and cold conditions. Company uniforms are provided along with a laundry service. Day and night shifts are available, with opportunities for weekends and overtime. The day shift operates Monday through Friday for 8-hour shifts starting at 6:30 am, while the night shift runs Monday through Thursday for 10-hour shifts starting at 3:00 pm. Work is conducted in person.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Columbia,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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.