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Job Title: CNC Operator

Job Description

The CNC Operator plays a crucial role in producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines as well as manual machines. This role is vital for maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping precise records, and ensuring the maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

+ Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

+ Manage stock inventory by checking availability, placing orders, and verifying receipts.

+ Program mills by entering instructions, setting tool registers, and calculating requirements using math, geometry, and trigonometry.

+ Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting equipment and indicating vices.

+ Load feed mechanisms by positioning stock correctly.

+ Verify settings by measuring positions and first-run part samples, adhering to international standards.

+ Maintain specifications through operations like drilling, grooving, and cutting, troubleshooting, and adjusting controls.

+ Ensure safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

+ Maintain equipment by following preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.

+ Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs.

+ Complete production and quality logs.

+ Update job knowledge through educational opportunities and reading technical publications.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with 3-axis or 5-axis mill machining.

+ 3-5 years of experience in a machining environment.

+ Proficient in operating CNC mills, lathes, drill press, and surface grinders.

+ Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and machining processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Familiarity with Haas, Fanuc, and Mastercam systems.

+ Experience with calipers, micrometers, vertical and horizontal milling machines.

+ Proficiency in inspection, manual machining, and machine shop tooling.

Why Work Here?

Join a cutting-edge, high-tech facility with a supportive and climate-controlled production environment. Enjoy the convenience of a well-equipped cafeteria and a work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule.

Work Environment

The work environment is a state-of-the-art facility with a climate-controlled production floor and a comfortable cafeteria. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilsonville, Oregon.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Wilsonville,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 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.