Machinist II 1st shift

Akkodis; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Machinist II 1st shift in Grand Junction, CO to operate CNC mills and lathes, read blueprints, and ensure precision components meet GD&T specs. Contract to Hire position with a $34–$36 per hour rate. Must have 5 years of CNC experience, strong metrology skills, and ability to follow safety and 6S standards.

HS diploma/GED required; technical machining training preferred. Reading drawings and setting up multi-axis machines are essential, along with tool offsets and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required; technical machining training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and setting up CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis machining equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with CNC machine setup, G & M codes/Mazatrol, and precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications to manufacture parts accurately.
• Inspect finished components using calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Quality control

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Mazatrol programming

G&M codes

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Machinist II 1st shift for a Contract to Hire with a client in Grand Junction, CO. The ideal candidate willoperate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture precision components while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Rate Range:

$34/Hour to $36/Hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Machinist II 1st shift Responsibilities include:

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications to manufacture parts accurately.
• Inspect finished components using calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators to ensure quality standards.
• Monitor machine performance and make tool offsets, adjustments, and feed/speed calculations as needed.
• Assemble and maintain cutting tools while identifying and addressing tooling wear or damage.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment by following safety protocols and 6S standards.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required; technical machining training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and setting up CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis machining equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with CNC machine setup, G & M codes/Mazatrol, and precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.

Pay Details:

$34.00 to $36.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

This position requires the use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access to controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

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• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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