Cnc Machinist

Aerotek; Oregon; On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly pay

Life insurance and AD&D

Job summary

Aerotek in Clackamas, OR seeks a CNC Machinist to set up and operate large CNC mills and lathes for heavy industrial work, using overhead cranes to move weldments and structural steel. You will read blueprints and apply GD&T to meet tight tolerances.

This contract-to-hire role runs on a second shift (3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.) and offers opportunities for pay advancement and comprehensive benefits in a modern, safety-focused facility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC setup experience in a machine shop.
• Proficient in tooling selection, workholding, and offsets.
• Hands-on operation of CNC mills and lathes for production.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Strong GD&T understanding and application.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Operate overhead cranes safely for large parts.
• Detail-oriented with tight tolerance focus.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills and lathes including tooling, fixturing, and program checks.
• Operate machines to produce large weldments and structural steel parts.
• Move heavy components with overhead cranes safely.
• Read blueprints and apply GD&T to meet specs.
• Inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Monitor operations, adjust as needed, troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain clean, safe, organized work area.
• Collaborate to optimize processes and support improvements.

Skills

3+ years CNC setup

CNC setup proficiency

Hands-on machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Metrology tools

Overhead crane operation

Attention to tolerances

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and operating CNC mills and CNC lathes to machine large weldments and structural steel components in a heavy industrial machine shop. You will use overhead cranes to safely maneuver and position large parts, interpret blueprints and GD&T, and apply precision measuring tools to ensure all parts meet exact customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills and CNC lathes for production, including tooling, fixturing, and program verification.
• Operate CNC mills and CNC lathes to machine large weldments, structural steel, and other large parts to precise dimensions.
• Use overhead cranes and related equipment to safely maneuver, lift, and position heavy components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret machine shop blueprints to understand part geometry, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Apply GD&T principles when interpreting drawings to ensure parts are machined to specified form, fit, and function.
• Use precision measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, to inspect parts and verify they meet customer specifications.
• Monitor machining operations, make necessary adjustments, and troubleshoot issues to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a heavy industrial machine shop environment.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize machining processes and support continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience in setup of CNC mills or CNC lathes in a machine shop environment.
• Proficiency in CNC setup, including tooling selection, workholding, and machine offsets for mills and lathes.
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC mills and CNC lathes for production machining.
• Ability to read and interpret machine shop blueprints accurately.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and its application in machining.
• Skill in using precision measuring tools to inspect and verify part dimensions.
• Capability to operate overhead cranes safely to move and position large parts.
• Attention to detail and commitment to meeting tight tolerances and customer specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience machining large weldments and structural steel components.
• Background working in a heavy industrial or large-part machining environment.
• Comfort working with very large CNC mills and lathes and complex setups.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills in machining processes.
• Ability to work effectively on a second shift schedule and collaborate with a production team.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing machine shop that is positioning itself as a premier operation in the region, working on high‑impact government projects and utilizing advanced equipment rarely found on the West Coast. The company offers significant opportunities for professional growth, machining skill development, and pay advancement, all within a supportive environment that values continuous improvement and long‑term careers. Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital plans; a 401(k) retirement plan with both pre‑tax and post‑tax contribution options; voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents; short‑and‑long‑term disability; a Health Spending Account (HSA); transportation benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; and generous time off options such as PTO, vacation, or sick leave.

Work Environment

This position is on the second shift, working Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The role is based in a heavy industrial machine shop equipped with very large CNC mills and lathes, housed in a spacious and modern manufacturing complex. The facility is clean and organized for a metals shop, with a strong emphasis on safety, proper use of overhead cranes, and efficient workflow around large‑part machining.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clackamas, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $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 Clackamas,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 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.