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Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator to join our team. You will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines to produce high-quality components according to engineering specifications. Your role will involve interpreting blueprints, adjusting machines, and ensuring quality assurance to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

+ Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

+ Utilize blueprints to set metrics in CNC and program per engineering metrics.

+ Set up machines, break down machines, perform preventative maintenance, and replace basic components to ensure production continues.

+ Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.

+ Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges for quality assurance on manufactured products.

+ Position workpiece against stops or align layout marks with die or blade.

+ Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.

+ Measure workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.

+ Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece with powered hand tools.

+ Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.

+ Perform minor program changes, properly save and check them.

+ Stack, mark, pack, and transport finished workpieces.

+ Operate hoists and cranes to move product as needed throughout shift.

+ Rivet and/or spot weld workpieces as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in machining, including blueprint reading, micrometer, gauge, and digital caliper usage.

+ Experience with FANUC CNC and HAAS machines.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings for metrics.

+ 2-5 years of experience strongly desired, or equivalent training in a machine tool program.

+ High school diploma or GED required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with digital micrometers and calipers required; manual experience can be taught.

+ Experience from a job shop or manufacturing in a relatable field such as CNC, machining, or technical machine operations.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values its employees by offering comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan with employer matching, and paid time off. Enjoy additional perks like an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts. We also offer life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and access to fitness facilities.

Work Environment

Work in a non-temperature-controlled plant with expansive production areas, including over 20 CNC workstations and 40 welding bays. The facility can get hot in the summer, but we provide refreshments and fans for comfort. Work attire includes jeans or work pants, short or long-sleeved shirts, with steel toes required for safety. Hearing and eye protection are mandatory in all manufacturing departments. Shifts available: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, 3:30 pm - 10:30 pm with a 5% shift differential, and 10:30 pm - 7:00 am with a 10% shift differential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50814.00 - $55895.00/yr.

medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan with employer matching, and paid time off, along with perks like an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts. Additional benefits can include life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and access to fitness facilities

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.