Travel CNC Machinist

Aerotek

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 88,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Per diem travel

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a CNC Machinist in Columbus, OH to operate CNC grinders, hobs and shapers with Siemens and Fanuc controls. The role involves setting up CNCs, using hand gauges, and coordinating with the CMM lab for quality checks.

The position requires a minimum of 5 years CNC machining experience, gear-cutting knowledge, and the ability to work 50+ hours per week on 2nd/3rd shifts. Per diem travel is provided; onsite, full-time contract work in central Illinois originally listed shows travel

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of CNC Machining experience.
  • Gear cutting experience.
  • Strong attendance and ability to follow directions.
  • Experience with CNC Grinders, Hobs, Junker Grinders, Warner Grinder, Lathes, Okuma Drills, Gleason Shapers or Liebherr Hobs.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC Grinders, Hobbs, and Shapers.
  • Work with Siemens and Fanuc Controls.
  • Handle Okuma Drills and Liebherr CNC machinery.
  • Perform independent CNC setups.
  • Use hand gauges and take parts to the CMM lab for quality checks.
  • Operate overhead cranes safely and efficiently.

Skills

CNC Machining
Gear cutting
Attendance
Follow directions

Tools

CNC Grinders
Hobs
Junker Grinders
Warner Grinder
Lathes
Okuma Drills
Gleason Shapers
Liebherr Hobs

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist

  • $40hr and $1666 per diem

  • Contract located in central IL

Job Description

The role involves working with CNC Grinders, Hobbs, Shapers, and utilizing Siemens and Fanuc Controls. The machinist will operate Okuma Drills and Junker, Liebherr CNC machinery, and utilize hand gages to ensure parts are taken to the CMM lab for quality checks.

Responsibilities
  • Operate CNC Grinders, Hobbs, and Shapers.

  • Work with Siemens and Fanuc Controls.

  • Handle Okuma Drills and Liebherr CNC machinery.

  • Perform independent CNC setups.

  • Use hand gages for quality checks and ensure parts are taken to the CMM lab.

  • Operate overhead cranes safely and efficiently.

Essential Skills
  • Minimum of 5 years of previous CNC Machining experience.

  • Previous gear cutting experience.

  • Proven track record of strong attendance and ability to follow directions.

  • Experience with one or more of the mentioned machines: CNC Grinders, Hobs, Junker Grinders, Warner Grinder, Lathes, Okuma Drills, Gleason Shapers, Liebherr Hobs.

Why Work Here?

The role offers a travel opportunity with per diem benefits, providing an excellent chance to expand your experience and exposure in the industry.

Work Environment

The position requires flexibility to work both 2nd and 3rd shifts, including weekends. A minimum of 50 hours per week is expected, with the potential to work additional hours based on performance. The machining environment is not temperature-controlled, with heat treat areas contributing to warmer conditions in summer and colder conditions in winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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 & 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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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.

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