Manual Lathe Operator

Job Title: Manual lathe & mill operator

The Machinist assists with the fabrication, repair, maintenance, and modification of plant equipment using mills, lathes, grinders, and a variety of shop tools and machinery. This role fabricates parts from blueprints in a timely and accurate manner, selects and uses appropriate tools and materials for each job, and supports the shop team by performing additional tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate parts as needed by interpreting and working from blueprints with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist with the fabrication, repair, maintenance, and alteration of plant equipment using mills, lathes, grinders, and other shop machinery.
• Set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and related machine tools to produce parts to specified tolerances.
• Utilize proper tools, equipment, and materials for each job to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Troubleshoot machining and equipment issues to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Perform machining operations on CNC and manual equipment as required by the job.
• Support general machine operating tasks in the fabrication shop, including preparation, setup, and cleanup of work areas.
• Follow instructions and complete additional duties as assigned by the shop lead or fabrication shop leadership.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to all safety procedures in the shop environment.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to ensure parts and equipment meet operational requirements.
• Hands-on experience operating mills and lathes in a fabrication or machine shop environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints to fabricate parts accurately.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting machining and equipment issues.
• Experience with manual machine operating, including setup and operation of mills and lathes.
• Familiarity with CNC machining processes and equipment.
• Ability to select and use appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for each machining job.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet quality and dimensional specifications.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform duties as assigned in a shop setting.
• Experience using drill press, arm drill, and hand drill in a shop environment.
• Comfort working with a variety of shop tools and machinery, including grinders and other fabrication equipment.
• Experience with an engineering or construction shop setting is beneficial.

This is a Contract position based out of Arvin, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.30 - $24.00/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 & 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 Arvin,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.