Machinist

Aerotek; Virginia; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Health advocacy

Job summary

Aerotek in Henrico, VA is seeking an experienced CNC 5-axis Machinist for a contract-to-hire role. You will set up and operate 5-axis machines, produce precision components to engineering specs, and inspect parts with precision measuring tools.

You will read engineering drawings, handle a mix of one-off and batch work, and take ownership from setup to finished product. This onsite position offers competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• CNC machining experience with strong setup skills.
• Experience with 5-axis machining strongly preferred.
• Hurco and WinMax experience is a major plus.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of machining projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC machines.
• Produce precision components according to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and machining requirements.
• Complete a mix of one-off, custom, and batch work.
• Inspect your own parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Make adjustments as needed to maintain accuracy and quality.
• Take ownership of your work from setup through finished product.
• Keep jobs moving efficiently to meet production schedules.

Skills

CNC machining experience with setup

5-axis machining

read engineering drawings

precision measuring tools

mechanical aptitude

attention to detail

ownership of projects

Tools

Hurco

WinMax

Job description

CNC 5-Axis Machinist

Take your CNC machining experience to the next level.

Were looking for an experienced 5-Axis CNC Machinist who takes pride in producing precise, high-quality work. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with 5-axis equipment , machining everything from one-off components to production runs.

If you enjoy complex machining, working independently, and seeing a job through from setup to final inspection, this could be a great next step.

What Youll Do

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC machines

• Produce precision components according to engineering specifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and machining requirements

• Complete a mix of one-off, custom, and batch work

• Inspect your own parts using precision measuring equipment

• Make adjustments as needed to maintain accuracy and quality

• Take ownership of your work from setup through finished product

• Keep jobs moving efficiently to meet production schedules

What Were Looking For

• CNC machining experience with strong setup skills

• Experience with 5-axis machining strongly preferred

• Hurco and WinMax experience is a major plus

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings

• Experience using precision measuring and inspection tools

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing quality work

• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of machining projects

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity for a skilled machinist who wants to work on advanced 5-axis CNC equipment instead of repetitive, basic machine operation . Youll have the chance to apply your setup, programming, machining, and inspection skills while producing a variety of precision components.

If you're looking for a role where your machining knowledge and craftsmanship are valued,

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Henrico, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Henrico,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.