1st Shift Machinist

Aerotek; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA benefits

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a 1st Shift Machinist to join a permanent, onsite team. The role starts at an entry level to learn all aspects of assembling conveyors and related components, with progression into direct assembly tasks. Training includes running parts and pallets building.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 1 year in manufacturing; CNC experience and precision measuring tools are valued. Expect overtime to about 50 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience with CNC machines and editing.
• Proficiency using micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble conveyors and related components.
• Run parts to become familiar with the work environment and tasks.
• Build pallets as part of the initial training.
• Engage actively in learning all aspects of the role.

Skills

Read blueprints

CNC machining

Micrometers & calipers

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CNC machining

Job description

Job Title: 1st Shift Machinist Job Description

The role involves working on assembling conveyors. Initially, the position will be entry-level to ensure learning of each aspect of the role before progressing to direct assembly tasks. This includes running parts and familiarizing oneself with specific locations and tasks, such as building pallets. The candidate must be open to various aspects of the work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble conveyors and related components.
• Run parts to become familiar with the work environment and tasks.
• Build pallets as part of the initial training.
• Engage actively in learning all aspects of the role.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience with CNC machines and editing.
• Proficiency using micrometers and calipers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing.
• Previous experience in metal fabrication is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a strong work culture with opportunities for upward mobility. Employees enjoy standard first shift hours from 6 AM to 2:30 PM and are part of a team that supports veterans through fundraisers. The company observes standard federal holidays.

Work Environment

The work environment is clean and quiet, although it can become warm during the summer months. Employees are required to wear long pants and steel-toed boots due to working with sheet metal. Currently, mandatory overtime is in place, with employees working approximately 50 hours a week. The company seeks motivated individuals eager to learn a trade rather than those looking for just a job.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oshkosh, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oshkosh, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oshkosh,WI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.