Cnc Operator

Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator with experience in operating mills and lathes. This role involves setting up machines, performing changeovers, and adjusting tooling. The ideal candidate will be confident in their ability to start machines, position and secure workpieces, and perform minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Start machines, position and secure workpieces and tooling.
• Run machines and perform minor repairs.
• Conduct minor preventative maintenance.
• Detect, contain, and resolve defects.
• Perform offsets, deburring, and changeovers.
• Utilize blueprints and basic hand tools.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating CNC machines, mills, and lathes.
• Ability to perform machine setups and tooling changes.
• Experience with G code and M code.
• Familiarity with CAD and CAD/CAM software.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and blueprint usage.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with production CNC, schematics, and packaging.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with conversational programming, 5S, and Six Sigma principles.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with an enriched culture that emphasizes training and offers room for upward mobility. As the team expands, you will have opportunities for growth and development.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled, very clean, and highly automated environment. The position is for the 1st shift, from 9 AM to 5 PM, with opportunities for permanent hire after six months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxford, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Oxford,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.