**Job Title: Machinist** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Machinist to set up, operate, and changeover Bridgeport style mills, lathes, grinders, and more with minimal supervision. You will work with Mazaks, Ocuma, and Fanuc equipment, primarily handling 5-axis machines and occasionally 3-axis machines. You will study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. The role involves utilizing detailed setup sheets for the entire machining process. **Responsibilities** + Set up, operate, and changeover various machining equipment with minimal supervision. + Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances. + Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth, and angle of cut. + Select, align, and secure work-holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines. + Observe machine operation during setup to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls as needed. + Perform part inspections by verifying conformance of finished products to specifications using measuring and inspection tools. + Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as per protocol. **Essential Skills** + 4 years' experience setting up and operating manual and CNC machines. + Experience performing full process machining. + Proficiency in Fanuc controls is preferred. + High School diploma or GED required. + Ability to utilize math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Cartesian coordinate system, and geometry. + Ability to effectively use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, bore gages, height gage, comparator, and dial indicator. + Skill in reading and interpreting documents such as work orders, drawings, manuals, setup instructions, and safety regulations. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Strong ability to work in a team-focused environment. + Must be able to read and comprehend instructions and possess good oral communication skills. + Must be able to train during the day for a few weeks. **Why Work Here?** Employees enjoy the potential to transition into a union with 11 paid holidays annually and a generous vacation policy that increases with tenure. Benefits include employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage, contributions to HSA plans, and a 5% 401K contribution. Dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, and long-term disability coverage are also available. **Work Environment** Our machining facility houses approximately 68-69 employees and operates in a climate-controlled environment. Work shifts include 1st (Monday to Friday, 6am-2:30pm), 2nd (2pm-10:30pm with a 10% premium), 3rd (Monday to Thursday, 10pm-8:30am with a 15% premium), and a skeleton weekend crew (Friday to Sunday, 6am-6:30pm with a 25% premium). We are primarily seeking candidates for the 2nd shift at this time. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $37.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025. **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.