CNC Machinist II

Job Title: CNC Machinist II

Job Description

The CNC Machinist II operates and sets up CNC lathes and mills to produce precision parts from raw materials, following detailed blueprints and engineering specifications. This role focuses on tight-tolerance machining in a job shop environment, performing daily setups, measurements, and adjustments while maintaining high quality standards and low scrap rates across multiple phases of the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and CNC mills daily, ensuring proper tooling, fixturing, and program selection for each job.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and engineering drawings to machine raw parts to precise specifications.
• Use measurement tools such as calipers and other precision instruments to verify dimensions and maintain tight tolerances.
• Run HAAS mills and Mori machines to produce legacy and new parts, adjusting G-code programs as needed to optimize performance and accuracy.
• Perform machine setups in a regimented environment, following established procedures for tools, fixtures, and workholding.
• Work on multiple machines simultaneously after training, efficiently managing workflows and production priorities.
• Monitor machining processes through all phases, including CNC machining, drilling, deburring, plating, and assembly support as required.
• Maintain a shop goal of approximately 1% scrap by identifying issues early, correcting deviations, and documenting process improvements.
• Handle precision work and tight-tolerance machining, making fine adjustments to offsets, tooling, and feeds and speeds.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to ensure consistent quality, adherence to standards, and smooth handoffs between machining phases.
• Follow all shop procedures and safety guidelines while working with machine tools and related equipment.
• Participate in overtime opportunities based on performance and production needs.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience as a CNC machinist, working comfortably with both lathes and mills.
• Hands-on experience setting up CNC lathes and CNC mills on a daily basis.
• Proficiency with G-code programming and editing for CNC machines.
• Experience operating HAAS mills in a production or job shop environment.
• Experience operating Mori CNC machines or similar equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Skilled in using measurement tools such as calipers and other precision instruments to verify dimensions.
• Demonstrated ability to hold tight tolerances and perform precision machining work.
• Comfort working in a machine shop or job shop environment with multiple machining phases.
• Ability to manage setups and operations in a regimented process-driven environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with magnet-related components is beneficial but not required.
• Ability and willingness to be trained to run two machines simultaneously.
• Back ground in machining legacy parts and supporting multi-phase production processes such as deburring, plating, and assembly.
• Familiarity with drill press operations in conjunction with CNC machining.
• Openness to training and skill development, including progressing from machine operator responsibilities to more advanced setups.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to achieving low scrap rates and high quality.
• Ability to work overtime when offered based on performance and production requirements.

Why Work Here?

You join a disciplined and supportive shop culture that values precision, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Processes, setups, and tools are clearly defined, creating a structured environment where you can focus on craftsmanship and quality. You receive hands-on training to expand your capabilities, including running multiple machines and working across different phases of production. Performance-based overtime opportunities allow you to increase your earnings while contributing to challenging and rewarding projects in a well-organized machine shop.

Work Environment

The role is based in a machine shop/job shop environment focused on precision, tight-tolerance machining and legacy parts production. You work with CNC lathes and mills, including HAAS mills and Mori machines, as well as drill presses and a variety of measurement tools such as calipers. Setups and tooling are regimented, with clearly defined procedures and multi-phase workflows that move parts through machining, deburring, plating, and assembly. The shop emphasizes low scrap rates and consistent quality, and may offer overtime depending on performance and production demands. Attire is typical for a machine shop, with appropriate work clothing and adherence to all safety and equipment guidelines.

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

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.