**Job Title: Class A Machinist** **$30+/hour depending on experience** **1st shift!** **Job Description** The Class A Machinist independently performs complex CNC setups, creates and optimizes G & M code programs, designs fixtures, and leads troubleshooting efforts. This role is essential in high-mix/low-volume environments and often serves as a floor mentor and problem-solver across shifts. **Responsibilities** + Perform complex CNC setups and independently create and optimize G & M code programs. + Design fixtures and lead troubleshooting efforts in a high-mix/low-volume environment. + Serve as a floor mentor and problem-solver across shifts. + Develop and troubleshoot programs, select tooling, and design work holding independently. + Lead setups for complex parts, including custom fixturing, probing routines, and zeroing strategy. + Diagnose and resolve advanced machining issues related to surface finish, tool wear, vibration, or tolerance stack-up. + Analyze cycle times and suggest toolpath or fixture modifications to improve throughput. + Partner with engineering on DFM feedback, new part trials, and prototype development. **Essential Skills** + High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary machining education strongly preferred. + 6+ years of experience operating and programming CNC lathes/mills. + Expert proficiency in G & M code, blueprint reading, and GD&T interpretation. + Skilled in multi-axis CNC programming and use of IGF & CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360). + Proven setup and operation experience on Okuma Multus B300/B400 or similar multi-axis equipment. + High fluency in blueprint reading, GD&T, and aerospace tolerancing standards. + Skilled with micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, and related inspection tools. + Strong leadership, communication, and process improvement skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with tight turnaround, low-to-medium volume production. + Familiarity with ERP systems (JobBOSS2 a plus). + Experience machining exotic materials and aerospace-grade metals. + Exposure to 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles. **Apply immediately to schedule an interview!** **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Warrendale, PA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr. 401k, dental, health, medical insurance. PTO, paid holidays. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Warrendale,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026. **About Aerotek:** 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.