CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 50,971,000 - 120,540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Weekly pay

Advance training

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a CNC Machinist for a job-shop environment in Hilliard, OH. You will operate a wide range of manual and CNC equipment, often without prints, applying judgment for precise fits and finishes to keep critical equipment running.

The role offers advancement training, second-shift hours (2:45pm-11:15pm), and a path from developing machinist to full contractor hire, with weekly pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with CNC lathes and CNC mills.
• Proficient with micrometers and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints when provided.
• Strong machining skills in either manual or CNC.
• Ability to make accurate fit and finish decisions without complete prints.
• Comfort working under pressure in a fast-paced job shop.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency machining support to minimize equipment downtime.
• Perform regularly scheduled repair work on production equipment components.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, grinders, welders, and other shop equipment.
• Operate CNC machines and multiple secondary machines as required.
• Program CNC tools using CAD/CAM and modify toolpaths and G-code.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to meet specs.
• Machine parts with tight tolerances using precision measuring tools.
• Read blueprints when available and verify design intent.
• Collaborate with machinists to prioritize urgent jobs during plant emergencies.

Skills

CNC lathe & mill experience

Micrometers & precision tools

Blueprint reading

Manual or CNC machining

Fit & finish decisions without prints

Work well under pressure

Job description

CNC Machinist (Job Shop)- This is not production machining or operating

Pay: $37+ (Depends on experience level)

*Open to developing machinist (Associates or 2+ years of job shop machining)

PTO | Holiday | Weekly Pay

*Will receive advance training and development

2nd shift (2:45pm-11:15pm)

Job Description

This role focuses on providing emergency machining support and performing regularly scheduled repair work in a dynamic job shop environment. You will operate a wide range of manual and CNC equipment, frequently work without detailed prints, and use your judgment to make precise fit and finish decisions to keep critical production equipment running.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency machining support to minimize equipment downtime.
• Perform regularly scheduled repair work on parts and components used in production equipment.
• Set up and operate a variety of machines, including manual and CNC mills, lathes, grinders, welders, and other shop equipment.
• Operate CNC machines and at least two or more of the following: mills, lathes, plasma equipment, wire EDM machines, and grinders.
• Program CNC machines using CAD/CAM software, including creating and modifying toolpaths and G-code as needed.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to ensure parts meet specifications and function correctly.
• Machine parts accurately while working with very tight tolerances and verify quality using micrometers and other precision measuring tools.
• Work from limited or incomplete documentation, often without blueprints, and make independent fit and finish decisions based on experience and part function.
• Determine appropriate materials for each part based on application requirements and available information.
• Read and interpret blueprints when available to ensure parts meet design intent.
• Collaborate with other machinists and shop personnel to prioritize urgent jobs and coordinate workload during plant emergencies.
• Work efficiently under pressure in a non-production, job-shop environment where work types and priorities change frequently.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area to ensure safe operation of machinery and tools.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with CNC lathes and CNC mills.
• Proficiency in using micrometers and other precision measuring instruments to verify part accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints when provided.
• Strong machining skills in either manual or CNC
• Capability to make accurate fit and finish decisions without complete prints or dimensions.
• Comfort working under pressure in a fast-paced job shop setting with changing priorities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hilliard, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $42.00/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 & 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 Hilliard,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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.