Cnc Machinist

Aerotek; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Machinist CNC (Day Shift) in Ocala, FL. The role focuses on setting up and operating 3-axis CNC lathes and mills to create high-volume precision parts for pump components. You will run production jobs, inspect parts, and perform basic setups and tooling changes as needed.

Eligible candidates will work in a climate-controlled shop with first-shift hours, and may perform occasional manual machining. The position offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits through Aerotek.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of CNC operation experience in production.
• Experience with 3-axis CNC mills and/or lathes.
• Ability to read blueprints and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis CNC lathes and mills to produce production parts.
• Run high-volume production machining jobs with consistent quality.
• Load materials into CNC machines and load appropriate CNC programs.
• Perform machine setups and tooling changes as needed.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools.

Skills

CNC machining

3-axis mills/lathes

Measuring tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Blueprint reading

Tooling changes

Machine setups

Job description

Job Title: Machinist CNC (Day Shift)

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and operating 3-axis CNC lathes and mills to produce high-volume precision parts used in the manufacturing of critical pump components. You will run production jobs, perform in-process inspections, and, ideally, handle machine setups and tooling changes. The position involves working primarily with iron, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel, with occasional plastic machining, while following blueprints and part diagrams to select and run the correct CNC programs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis CNC lathes and mills to produce production parts according to work orders and diagrams.
• Run high-volume production machining jobs while maintaining consistent quality and throughput.
• Load raw materials such as iron, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, and occasional plastics into CNC machines.
• Select and load the appropriate CNC programs for each part based on orders, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Perform 2 to 3 machine setups per day, including fixture changes, offsets, and tooling adjustments, as needed.
• Inspect parts as they come off the machine using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring tools.
• Measure parts to tolerances down to 0.0001 inch and document or communicate results as required.
• Change out tooling and perform basic tool offsets to maintain part quality and machine performance.
• Perform manual machining tasks when needed, including operating equipment such as drill presses and shears.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints to understand dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Monitor machine operation, identify issues, and make minor adjustments to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.
• Assist with changeovers between jobs, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal downtime.
• Lift and move materials and parts up to 40 lbs in a safe and controlled manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the machine shop.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and quality standards.
• For more experienced candidates, edit M code and G code as needed to optimize programs or resolve minor issues.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of experience in CNC machine operation in a production or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills and/or CNC lathes.
• Ability to use micrometers and calipers to inspect parts and verify dimensions.
• Ability to measure parts to tolerances down to 0.0001 inch using appropriate measuring tools.
• Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints and part diagrams.
• Experience loading materials into CNC machines, selecting programs, and running parts.
• Capability to perform basic machine setups and changeovers under guidance.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs safely and repeatedly as required by the role.
• Comfort working with metals such as iron, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• General machine operating experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing full CNC setups, including fixtures, offsets, and tooling adjustments.
• Ability to change out tooling efficiently and troubleshoot basic tooling issues.
• Familiarity with editing M code and G code to fine-tune programs (strong plus).
• Manual machining experience, including operation of traditional machine tools.
• Experience working in a climate-controlled machine shop environment.
• Comfort operating additional equipment such as drill presses and shears.
• Experience with 3-axis CNC machines in a production setting.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a climate-controlled facility that produces pump components used on fire engines, directly supporting first responders and firefighters. The organization offers a 401(k) with company match, as well as medical, dental, vision, and paid time off starting on day one. Employees enjoy catered food around holidays, food celebrations when company goals are met, and special employee events during the holiday season. Weekly pay is provided through the staffing partner, and the schedule allows you to work 36 hours while getting paid for 40, supporting both work-life balance and financial stability.

Work Environment

This position is based in a climate-controlled machine shop operating on a first-shift schedule, typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with current hours running from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and some Saturdays for overtime. The environment includes CNC mills and lathes, 3-axis CNC equipment, manual machines, drill presses, and shears. Work involves handling metals such as iron, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel, with occasional plastic machining, and frequent use of precision measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers. The facility emphasizes safety, organization, and consistent production workflow, with expectations to adhere to standard machine shop safety practices and appropriate industrial attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ocala, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 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 & 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 Contract to Hire position based out of Ocala, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ocala,FL.

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.