**Job Title: CNC Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining CNC machines and other production equipment to ensure efficient and high-quality production. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. **Responsibilities** + Operate and maintain CNC machines as well as other production equipment such as shear cutters, hydraulic presses, lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and stamping presses. + Perform machine setups, adjustments, and routine maintenance to ensure efficient and quality production. + Conduct tests, analyses, and calibrate assemblies in accordance with company policies and safety procedures. + Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement solutions to maintain peak performance. + Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, job travelers, and manuals to meet specifications. + Use hand tools and precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers) to verify product quality and ensure production items meet tolerance and specification requirements. + Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and maintain quality standards. + Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work environment. + Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance, which may include working nights, weekends, variable schedules, and additional hours as necessary. + Set up and operate conventional machining tools like lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other manually controlled equipment. + Understand engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining sequence and requirements. + Choose appropriate cutting tools, adjust speeds and feeds, and ensure proper tool setups. + Identify and resolve issues with machines and perform routine maintenance to ensure proper functioning. + Maintain a clean and efficient workstation while maintaining safety standards and production efficiency levels. + Keep machine tools clean and in good working order. **Essential Skills** + At least 1 year of machine experience. + At least 1 year of blueprint reading experience. + ITAR compliance. + Ability to read and communicate in English. + High School Diploma required; BA/BS required for leadership roles. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with punch press, machine operation, blueprint reading, and machine operating. + Experience with press machines, lathes, milling machines, stamping presses, and precision measuring tools. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy abundant parking, including gated rooftop parking with badge access entrance directly into the building. Be part of a team-oriented culture, where temporary employees are included. Benefit from production stops for thank you events at least twice a year, featuring raffles and catered food. Work in a clean, safety-focused environment with suggestion boxes for safety initiatives. Enjoy free coffee, cheap vending machines, and a mini-mart with affordable food options. Once permanent, employees receive 13 paid holidays, a paid holiday shutdown the week of Christmas to New Year's, vacation time, paid sick time, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, retirement benefits with 401(k) match opportunities, and participation in Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Additional perks include an employee referral program and a rideshare incentive. **Work Environment** Work in a loud manufacturing environment requiring safety glasses and steel toe shoes, which are provided on the first day. This is a second shift position with a training period on the first shift. The second shift runs Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM, while the first shift is Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The assignment is temporary to hire, lasting approximately 90 working days (around 4 months). Attendance is crucial, and tenure is highly considered. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Simi Valley, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.50/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 Simi Valley,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.