CNC OPERATORS NEEDED

Aerotek; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential for swing/weekends

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled CNC Operator in Tualatin, OR to run vertical mills and multi‑machine setups. You will read drawings, set controls, measure parts with micrometers and calipers, and maintain tight tolerances in a clean shop environment.

The role requires 3–5+ years of machine shop experience, LO TO safety, and the ability to manage multiple machines with minimal supervision. This onsite contract‑to‑hire position offers day, swing, and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of industrial machine operating experience in a machine shop or similar environment.
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC machines, including vertical mills and Level 1 CNC operation.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• LOTO experience and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to understand job requirements and specifications.
• Start, monitor, and observe CNC machine operations to ensure proper performance throughout the production run.
• Calculate and set machine controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and depth of cut.
• Perform process offset changes independently to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Load parts using vice grips and other appropriate tools, ensuring secure and safe workholding.
• Operate vertical mills, including Haas and Brother machines, and manage multiple machines simultaneously when required.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices to inspect and verify parts during and after machining.
• Verify conformance of completed work to specifications and tolerances, including working with close tolerances in the thousandths range.
• Set up jobs, including preparing the machine, tooling, and workholding, and run the first part to validate setup.
• Adjust CNC programs as needed within defined parameters to correct dimensional or quality issues.
• Apply lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures as required to ensure safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and operational procedures in the machine shop.

Skills

CNC operation

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T

Precision measurement tools

LOTO safety

Tools

Haas CNC

Brother CNC

Job description

This role operates CNC machines in a clean, modern machine shop environment, focusing on producing precision metal components to exact specifications. You will work with vertical mills and multiple machines at a time, using technical drawings and precision measuring tools to ensure high-quality, accurate parts.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to understand job requirements and specifications.
• Start, monitor, and observe CNC machine operations to ensure proper performance throughout the production run.
• Calculate and set machine controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and depth of cut.
• Perform process offset changes independently to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Load parts using vice grips and other appropriate tools, ensuring secure and safe workholding.
• Operate vertical mills, including Haas and Brother machines, and manage multiple machines simultaneously when required.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices to inspect and verify parts during and after machining.
• Verify conformance of completed work to specifications and tolerances, including working with close tolerances in the thousandths range.
• Set up jobs, including preparing the machine, tooling, and workholding, and run the first part to validate setup.
• Adjust CNC programs as needed within defined parameters to correct dimensional or quality issues.
• Apply lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures as required to ensure safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and operational procedures in the machine shop.
• 3-5+ years of industrial machine operating experience in a machine shop or similar environment.
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC machines, including vertical mills and Level 1 CNC operation.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices.
• Lockout/tagout (LOTO) experience and adherence to safety procedures.
• Extensive machine shop and metalworking skills, including familiarity with machining processes.
• Ability to work with decimals and perform basic shop math for machining operations.
• Comfort working with close tolerances, including measurements in the thousandths of an inch.
• Capability to set up own jobs and run the first part with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adjust CNC programs when required to maintain part quality.
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Proficiency with machine operating practices, including loading parts using vice grips.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating Haas and Brother CNC machines.
• Comfort managing multiple machines at the same time in a production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate parts.
• Ability to work effectively on swing or weekend shifts as part of a production team.
• Solid problem‑solving skills to identify and correct machining issues during production.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, well‑organized machine shop that values precision, safety, and professionalism. The facility offers structured shifts with differential pay for swing and weekend schedules, providing opportunities to align work hours with your lifestyle. You will work with modern CNC equipment, gain exposure to multiple machines and setups, and further develop your technical machining skills in a supportive production environment that emphasizes consistency, quality, and continuous improvement.

The role is based in a clean machine shop environment with a focus on CNC machining and metalworking. You will work primarily on vertical mills, including Haas and Brother machines, often operating multiple machines simultaneously. Available schedules include a day shift from Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm; a swing shift from Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 2:00 am with a shift differential; and a weekend shift from Friday through Sunday, 6:00 am to 6:30 pm with a shift differential. The shop emphasizes safety, including the use of lockout/tagout procedures, and expects appropriate industrial attire suitable for a machining environment, such as sturdy footwear and clothing appropriate for working around machinery.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.70/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 & 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 Tualatin, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.