**Job Title: CNC Machinist** **Job Description** As a CNC Machinist, you will play a critical role in the setup, operation, and maintenance of CNC machinery to produce high-quality parts that meet exact specifications and standards. **Responsibilities** + Review work orders, blueprints, and setup instructions to determine required materials, tools, and production steps. + Select and install dies, tooling, and fixtures using measuring tools and hand tools. + Position and secure stops, guides, tracks, and turntables for proper machine operation. + Load parts into machines and secure them with clamps. + Adjust machine settings such as heat, wire speed, pressure, stroke depth, and feed rates based on material type and job specifications. + Operate machinery to produce parts that meet required tolerances and finish standards. + Inspect parts for accuracy in dimensions, squareness, concentricity, and surface finish. + Deburr and smooth parts using hand tools, air files, belt sanders, or grinding wheels. + Identify and resolve production issues, including replacing worn or damaged tools and fixtures. + Perform routine maintenance and lubrication on machines and equipment. + Record production times, inventory usage, and part locations in the database system. + Report equipment malfunctions, material defects, or unusual conditions to supervisors. + Keep work area and equipment clean and organized. + Follow all safety guidelines and procedures. + Properly dispose of waste materials. **Essential Skills** + Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints. + Experience in troubleshooting and changeovers. + Knowledge of lathe, grinding machines, and mill machining. + Experience with CAD/CAM programming. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Familiarity with micrometers and calipers. **Why Work Here?** Join a top employer in St. Louis known for its excellent work environment and opportunities for growth. Benefit from working in a climate-controlled facility with a mix of new and older equipment, ensuring a dynamic and engaging work experience. **Work Environment** The work environment is a climate-controlled, expansive shop floor with a mixture of new and older equipment. The shift times include 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM and 1:30 PM - 10:00 AM/2:30 PM - 11:00 PM **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $83200.00/yr. Competitive Insurance Coverage, eligible on the first of the month after hire date: Medical (PPO and High Deductible Plan with Employer HSA Contribution) Dental Vision Life and AD&D Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity 401(k) Eligibility with Employer Match Company Paid Benefits: Group Life and AD&D Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Competitive Vacation Policy Weekly onsite Nurse Practitioner and Chiropractor Tuition Reimbursement Paid Plant Closure Between Christmas and New Year's Day **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.