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CNC Machinist- Now Hiring in Mira Mesa

1st shift, contract-to-hire, paying up to $38.00/hour

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist with both manual machining and CNC set-up experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will excel in Manual Lathe and CNC Mill set-up and programming, with a preference for those familiar with Swiss Screw. You will have the opportunity to work with 3-axis Haas machines using Mastercam controls, performing your own quality checks with tools such as pin gauge, drop gauge, and calipers. In our smaller machine shop, teamwork is key, and everyone contributes to a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

+ Review and verify dimensions and tolerances in drawings to determine the best setup and work operation sequences.

+ Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, or materials onto machines.

+ Manufacture jigs, fixtures, dies, molds, machine tools, cutting tools, gauges, and production tooling used in manufacturing processes.

+ Utilize knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

+ Verify conformance of finished products to specifications.

+ Identify and repair minor machine malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls as required.

+ Read and interpret drawings, sketches, and documentation related to parts.

+ Produce parts from verbal concepts or inputs.

+ Measure parts using height gauge, micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools and equipment.

+ Perform deburr, painting, and other miscellaneous tasks associated with completing parts production as required.

+ Confer with supervisors, production personnel, programmers, engineers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

+ Pack and move parts as required for additional processing and/or inspection.

+ Ensure compliance with company safety and environmental requirements.

+ Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in both manual and CNC machining, specifically Lathe and Mill.

+ Minimum of 2 years of machine shop experience, including CNC and conventional machines.

+ Experience with MasterCAM and basic computer skills preferred.

+ Ability to use shop mathematics, drawings, and measuring tools.

+ Experience with using measurement and inspection equipment to verify parts specifications and dimensions.

+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering documentation, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation and drawings.

+ General knowledge of tooling and efficient machining practices.

+ Good mechanical aptitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School diploma or equivalent.

+ Understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing is a plus.

+ Must possess U.S. citizenship or be a 'U.S. Person'.

Why Work Here?

Join our team and become part of a collaborative environment where everyone contributes to diverse tasks. Our smaller machine shop offers the chance to work closely with skilled professionals, ensuring a rich learning experience. We value flexibility, providing adaptable shift times after the initial training period. Embrace the opportunity to grow within a supportive and safety-conscious company.

Work Environment

Located in San Diego, CA, our facility operates from 6am to 2:30pm for the first six months, with flexibility to start at 5am or 7am thereafter. The work environment promotes safety and cleanliness, leveraging advanced technologies such as Mastercam controls and 3-axis Haas machines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SAN DIEGO, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Nov 27, 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.