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Aerotek; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking CNC Machinists for an aerospace manufacturing facility in Anaheim, CA. The role supports 1st and 2nd shifts with consistent overtime and offers a clear path to lead machinist and CNC programmer roles.

The position is contract to hire, onsite, with a broad range of Haas machines and hands-on training to develop machining skills. Benefits and a stable workplace environment are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC operation or setup.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Basic inspection skills using calipers.
• Willingness to work 1st or 2nd shift with regular overtime.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Motivation to learn and grow into higher-level machining roles.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines (lathes and mills) to produce aerospace components.
• Set up tools, load programs, set offsets, and assist fixture prep.
• Interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using calipers and other tools.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust to maintain accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Collaborate with trainers and leads to learn new machining techniques.
• Support continuous improvement in quality, workflow, and efficiency.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Caliper inspection

Overtime willingness

Attention to detail

Growth mindset

Education

NTMA or trade school training

Tools

Haas machines

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

A large aerospace manufacturer is hiring CNC Machinists of all experience levels — from recent CNC graduates to experienced setup machinists. 1st and 2nd shift positions are open, with 10-15 hours of weekly overtime and strong long-term growth opportunities.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to build or advance their machining career with hands-on training, structured development, and exposure to a wide variety of CNC equipment.

Shifts

1st Shift: 5:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

2nd Shift: 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

Consistent 10-15 hours of overtime each week

Responsibilities

CNC machine operation on lathes and mills to produce precision aerospace components

Set up tools, load programs, set offsets, and assist with fixture preparation

Interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and work orders

Perform in-process and final inspections using calipers and other measuring tools

Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain accuracy

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Collaborate with trainers and leads to learn new machining techniques

Support continuous improvement efforts in quality, workflow, and efficiency

Essential Skills

Experience in CNC operation or setup (all levels encouraged to apply)

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Basic inspection skills using calipers and other measuring tools

Willingness to work 1st or 2nd shift with regular overtime

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Motivation to learn and grow into higher-level machining roles

Preferred Qualifications

NTMA or trade school training

6 months+ CNC machining experience

Experience with Haas machines is a plus

Aerospace or precision manufacturing experience beneficial

Interest in advancing into CNC programming

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Open to entry-level, intermediate, and advanced CNC machinists

Clear path to lead machinist and CNC programmer roles

Stable aerospace environment with long-term career growth

Strong training support and hands-on skill development

Clean, well-equipped facility with a wide range of CNC machines

Work Environment

You’ll work in a clean, organized aerospace manufacturing facility with modern CNC equipment including lathes, mills, and Haas machines. The shop emphasizes safety, professionalism, and continuous learning, offering consistent overtime and strong support for machinists looking to advance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anaheim, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

If eligible, the benefits available 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 Anaheim,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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 application