Cnc Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

Join our dynamic and evolving team as a CNC Machine Operator in a high-volume, customized job shop environment. This role requires a keen attention to detail and the ability to learn new skills and processes as projects change. The ideal candidate will bring prior CNC operating experience or a combination of manufacturing experience and a technical degree in CNC or machining.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC Mills (Okuma) with high precision requirements, typically to the thousandth.

Run pre-existing programs, focusing solely on operation rather than programming or full machine setup.

Perform maintenance tasks such as cleaning coolant and fan air filters.

Use tools like calipers and micrometers to ensure proper specifications.

Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

Conduct visual inspections of parts for quality assurance.Essential Skills

Experience in CNC operation, preferably with Okuma machines.

Ability to work with high-precision requirements.

Experience working with materials such as metal, steel, titanium, aluminum, and stainless steel.

Strong attention to detail and visual quality inspection skills.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in precision manufacturing is a bonus.

Familiarity with Lathes, Blueprint reading, Mills, Calipers, Micrometers, and Tape measures.

No history of job hopping.

Demonstrated coachability.

Interest in aerospace or defense industries is a plus.

Technical degree in machining is advantageous.Why Work Here?

Become part of a family-owned, fourth-generation company with a positive, close-knit culture. The president, who started the company in a garage, is actively involved and walks the floor. Benefit from being part of a rapidly growing company with exposure to a variety of machines including Lathes, Mills, CNC lasers, and manual machines.

Work Environment

Enjoy working in an air-conditioned shop with a supportive and collaborative team. The work schedule is from 4 PM to 2:30 AM, Monday through Thursday, with optional overtime on Fridays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeland, FL.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $20.00/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 Lakeland,FL.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

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.