**🚀 Launch Your Machining Career with a Company That Invests in You!** Are you fresh out of a machining program and eager to put your skills to work? Or are you an experienced machinist looking for a company that values craftsmanship and teamwork? Join a tight-knit, employee-owned company where your growth is supported, your contributions are recognized, and your work truly matters. We’re looking for a motivated Machinist to join our Newark, DE team—someone ready to learn, grow, and make precision parts that power real-world solutions. **🔧 Job Description** The Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating various CNC and manual lathes and mills to produce components. Candidates should have prior knowledge of machining and be capable of learning to operate company-specific equipment after a training period. **📋 Responsibilities** + Operate and maintain CNC and manual machines to produce precision parts. + Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and CAD files. + Set up machines by installing and adjusting tools, fixtures, and materials. + Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machines. + Monitor the machining process to ensure quality and accuracy. + Inspect finished products to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards. + Collaborate with engineers and other team members to optimize production processes. + Maintain a clean and organized work area. **🛠️ Essential Skills** + Proven experience as a machinist, with expertise in both CNC and manual machining. + Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints. + Strong understanding of machining principles, tools, and equipment. + Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. **🎓 Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification preferred. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. **🌟 Why Work Here?** + Performance Bonuses: Contractors who go above and beyond are rewarded with monetary bonuses. + Employee Ownership: Permanent employees can participate in the ownership program. + Cross-Training Opportunities: Learn and grow by working in different areas of the facility. + Work-Life Balance :Monday to Friday schedule with paid holidays. + Supportive Culture: Family-oriented environment where everyone knows each other. **🏭 Work Environment** + Located in a machine shop with about 5 employees; the full site includes ~100 manufacturing staff. + Non-temperature controlled facility (cold in winter, hot in summer). + Older manufacturing equipment and environment. + Friendly, supportive, and close-knit team atmosphere. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $31.00/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 Newark,DE. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.