Job Title: CNC OperatorJob Description

The CNC Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining VF5 CNC machines used in manufacturing or fabrication processes. This role requires the ability to interpret blueprints or CAD drawings, select appropriate materials, adjust machine settings, ensure quality control, and perform routine maintenance. Precision, safety awareness, and attention to detail are essential for success.

ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate VF5 CNC machines.Interpret blueprints or CAD drawings to determine machine settings.Select appropriate materials for manufacturing or fabrication.Ensure quality control by monitoring machine operations.Perform routine maintenance on machines.Maintain a high level of precision and safety awareness.Essential SkillsExperience with CNC Haas machines.Proficiency in mill machine operations.Ability to read and interpret blueprints.Skill in using a tape measure and punch press.Experience in machine operation and fabrication.Additional Skills & QualificationsCertification in CNC operations is preferred.Flexibility and openness to undertake tasks outside of job responsibilities.Ability to work independently with a growth mindset.Commitment to attendance and pride in work, ensuring clean welds.Why Work Here?

This company is expanding rapidly and offers opportunities for advancement into supervisory roles. They are committed to supporting and taking care of their employees, providing essential protective gear for welders. The company values a culture of growth and development.

Work Environment

Work in a mid-sized, 30-person fabrication shop that includes paint, press brake, welding, and assembly processes. The shop is expanding with the addition of 6-7 new customers in 2024. The environment includes production welding bays and two buildings on-site. Work with mild steel ranging from 20 gauge to 1 inch. The shift hours are Monday to Friday from 6 am to 2:30 pm, and 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm, with the possibility of overtime. Employees receive two 10-minute paid breaks and one 20-minute paid lunch.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dunlap, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dunlap,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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