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Job Title: CNC Machinist

Pay $20-30. $25-30 range requires 4+ years of recent CNC machinist experience, including programming.

Hours are Monday - Thursday 1:30pm-12am

Job Description

We are seeking CNC Operators to support our night shift operations. This role is critical to our production workflow and offers the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment using Mitsubishi controls.

+ Monitor production quality and troubleshoot issues to ensure high standards.

+ Load and unload materials to CNC machines efficiently.

+ Perform finishing grinding and sharpening materials with precision.

+ Follow safety and quality standards diligently.

+ Log time and production quantities accurately using LYNQ software.

+ Review work orders to understand material and time requirements.

+ Keep production and maintenance logs up to date.

+ Stay focused and manage time effectively to maintain a steady workflow.

+ Monitor and improve processes to boost efficiency and reduce waste.

+ Conduct regular inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.

+ Identify and correct defects promptly.

+ Keep the work area clean and organized following 5S standards.

+ Return tools to proper places and dispose of dirty shop towels.

+ Clean work holding devices and inspection tools throughout the day and at shift end.

+ Load/unload machines and perform safe starts, run wheel dressing programs, and adjust setups.

+ Inspect parts with 10x loupe and fine-tune with hand files.

+ Perform tool/wheel changes and make offset adjustments.

+ Troubleshoot and diagnose machine issues.

+ Perform manual and automated surface grinding using gauge blocks to adjust angles.

+ Sharpen blades, inspect with 10x loupe, and test blade cuts.

+ Use buffing wheels to remove burrs and polish parts.

+ Hand-finish tool profiles to meet specifications.

+ Train and support less experienced team members.

+ Participate in inventory counts and 5S activities.

+ Provide feedback for process improvements.

+ Attend safety training and assist with other tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with CNC operations and sharpening.

+ Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

+ Willingness to work night shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Proficiency with hand tools and power tools.

+ Ability to operate machines with mechanical aptitude.

+ Computer skills and multitasking abilities.

+ Knowledge of quality control processes.

+ Experience with Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW.

Work Environment

The machine shop environment can be loud, cold, or hot, requiring adaptability and attention to safety protocols. Work involves using advanced manufacturing equipment and adhering to strict safety and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buellton, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Buellton,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.