**Job Title: CNC Operator** Job Description As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for machining, assembling, and finishing rare earth magnet material and hardware to meet customer specifications. This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining various machining and finishing equipment while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities + Optimize safety and minimize risk by wearing required PPE and adhering to safety precautions. + Read, understand, and follow Work Instructions (WI) and Process Control Standards (PCS) using the Paradigm system. + Interpret customer drawings, verify drawing part numbers, and ensure they match manufacturing routers. + Set up machinery by installing proper tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment. + Maintain machinery and work area by cleaning, organizing, and performing preventative maintenance. + Operate various machining and finishing equipment, including CNC and manual machines. + Verify and accurately record data into ERP systems and maintain inspection and quality assurance records. + Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specifications. + Adhere to the EEC Escalation Policy by reporting issues affecting quality, safety, or productivity. Essential Skills + Experience with CNC machinery and operation. + Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints. + Ability to perform inspections and use measuring tools. + Mechanically inclined with a solid understanding of machining processes. + Minimum of 2 years of machining experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification preferred. + Experience with manual machining and documentation writing. + Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. + Capability to work independently and make minor operational decisions. Why Work Here? Employees are eligible for benefits immediately upon hire, including company-provided prescription safety eyewear, protective footwear, and a subsidized uniform program. After 30 days, enjoy health insurance options, enrollment in a 401(k) program with a company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and development. Work Environment Work in a clean, climate-controlled, and fairly quiet machine shop. A new building is expected to be built nearby to consolidate locations, offering a good team culture with many tenured colleagues. The role requires physical effort and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. with assistance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 Lancaster,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.