CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Wayland, MI is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for the night shift (3:30pm–2:30am, Mon–Fri). The role involves setting up and operating various CNC machines (boring mills, 3/5 axis mills, lathes) to produce high-precision parts for automotive, aerospace, and medical industries.

Responsibilities include tool changes, program edits, reading blueprints, and ensuring tight tolerances with micrometers and calipers.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in setting up and editing programs on boring mills or 3/5 axis mills.
• Proficiency in programming edits using Vizi, Work NC, or Mastercam.
• Experience with Fanuc controls or other programming languages.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Familiarity with CNC machine setup and operation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including boring mills, and 3/5 axis mills or lathes.
• Change tools as necessary and set metals for machining.
• Machine parts with tight tolerances and perform quality checks upon completion.
• Edit programs and select appropriate tooling.
• Understand and utilize Fanuc controls.
• Read blueprints and use measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Zero out X-Y and Z axis before starting new jobs.
• Perform tool touch-offs to set proper tooling height from the XYZ axis.

Skills

5 years experience

Programming edits

Fanuc controls

Read blueprints

CNC setup & operation

Tools

VISI software

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for the 3rd shift, working from 3:30pm to 2:30am, Monday through Friday. The role involves working on various CNC machines, including boring mills, standard 3 or 5 axis mills, or lathes. The machinist will be responsible for setting up CNC machines, changing tools as necessary, setting metals, and machining parts for the auto, aerospace, and medical industries.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including boring mills, and 3/5 axis mills or lathes.

• Change tools as necessary and set metals for machining.

• Machine parts with tight tolerances and perform quality checks upon completion.

• Edit programs and select appropriate tooling.

• Understand and utilize Fanuc controls.

• Read blueprints and use measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.

• Zero out X-Y and Z axis before starting new jobs.

• Perform tool touch-offs to set proper tooling height from the XYZ axis.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of experience in setting up and editing programs on boring mills or 3/5 axis mills.

• Proficiency in programming edits using Vizi, Work NC, or Mastercam.

• Experience with Fanuc controls or other programming languages.

• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.

• Familiarity with CNC machine setup and operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with horizontal boring mills and horizontal CNC machines.

• Knowledge of VISI software.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and leading company at the forefront of the aerospace industry, offering excellent growth opportunities. With two facilities in Wayland, MI, this company is renowned for its high-quality parts and tooling solutions.

Work Environment

The position is for the night shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:30pm to 2:30am. Initial training will be conducted during the 1st shift, which is from 6am to 4pm, until you are comfortable with the process. You will work in a machine shop environment that involves grease and dirt, handling large equipment with overhead cranes and hi-los.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wayland, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 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 Contract to Hire position based out of Wayland, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wayland,MI.

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.