• CNC Operator

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Job Title: CNC Operator

    Job Description

    As a CNC Operator, you will initially spend approximately three weeks in the deburr area. Once you demonstrate proficiency in deburring and blending metals, you will be assigned to a machine that aligns with your previous experience. You may also work in the assembly area, performing tasks such as riveting, notching, and fastener installation. This role offers the opportunity to learn new machines over time and assist in different areas of the machine shop as needed.

    Responsibilities

    + Set up and operate CNC 3-axis mills.

    + Utilize Mori Seiki and Fadal machines.

    + Work with materials including aluminum, copper, brass, carbon steel, and chromalloy.

    + Grind, finish, and deburr parts.

    + Perform basic quality inspections and read blueprints using vernier calipers, digital micrometers, and gauges.

    + Operate a rubber molding machine, including lifting molds, inserting metal frames and rubber filling, and engaging the mold to press down and melt the rubber.

    + Mill and drill parts to specification.

    + Measure and examine completed products for defects.

    + Use various measurement tools such as micrometers, drop gauges, depth mics, etc.

    + Evaluate finish for cutter wear or damage.

    + Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

    Essential Skills

    + 6+ months of CNC operating experience OR 3+ years of machine operator experience.

    + Ability to set up and operate machines independently.

    + Capability to hit metrics in a production environment.

    + Proficiency in reading blueprints.

    + Experience with CNC, mill, blueprint reading, metal deburring, digital micrometer, and CNC setup.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with Haas mill, Mori Seiki, and 3-axis operations.

    + Knowledge of G&M codes.

    + Ability to load parts into CNC mill machine, push appropriate buttons, grind and deburr parts, and inspect for correct dimensions.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    You will thrive in a great environment surrounded by friendly, supportive colleagues, fostering a 'family' culture. While immediate room for growth in the machine shop may not be available, annual performance reviews provide opportunities for raises based on personal and company performance.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This is a large, open manufacturing setting that focuses on composite seals for aerospace applications. The facility includes machine shop, molding, bonding, and warehouse areas. It is a very safe and clean work environment with shifts consisting of 67 people on 1st, 40 on 2nd, and 5 on 3rd.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, California.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.