Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking skilled CNC machinists or operators to join our team for the first shift in a large machine shop located in Santa Ana. This position involves working with both mill and lathe setups. The ideal candidate will have experience with Haas or Mori Mill machines and be able to set up and operate CNC lathes or mills for short to mid-run production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes or mills according to established procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, including geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications and tolerances.
• Check parts with calipers and micrometers to ensure precision.
• Implement instructions and programs using independent judgment.
• Plan and accomplish tasks, potentially directing and leading the work of others.
• Participate in and/or provide continuous training for all machines and tooling.
• Maintain and track all parts and tooling required for production, including repair and cleaning.
• Complete necessary operations and record them on shop routers as required.

Essential Skills

• Experience with CNC lathe and mill machines.
• Ability to set up and operate CNC machines.
• Proficiency with tooling, micrometers, calipers, and programming.
• Experience with Haas lathe/mill machines and/or Mori Mill machines.
• Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerances.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience running multiple machines with 1-3 setups.
• Familiarity with Mastercam software.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and busy CNC machine shop that values continuous training and professional growth. Our team is expanding, with new machines being installed, providing ample opportunities for advancement and skill enhancement.

Work Environment

This position is for the first shift, starting at 5 am and consisting of 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday. The work environment is a bustling CNC machine shop equipped with approximately 15-20 CNC lathes, including Okuma and Doosan lathes, and 7 CNC mills.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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