Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Machinist with experience in working with lathes, milling, and fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate will be proficient in operating various shop tools and machinery, and capable of cutting parts and metal pieces efficiently.

Responsibilities

Operate fabrication equipment including shears, press brakes, and bench grinders.Utilize power drills, hammers, and band saws effectively.Perform machining tasks using lathe and milling machines.Understand and interpret blueprints for machining projects.Ensure accurate measurements using calipers and micrometers.Lift and handle items weighing up to 50+ pounds.

Essential Skills

Previous experience with lathe or milling operations.Proficiency in using basic band saws, lathes, power presses, and drill presses.Strong understanding of machining and blueprint interpretation.Ability to perform precise measurements with calipers and micrometers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience as a CNC Machinist.Experience as a Milling or Lathe Machinist.

Work Environment

This position is based in a shop located in La Vergne, requiring the handling of various fabrication equipment and tools. The role involves physical activities including lifting heavy items, and working with machinery in a dynamic workshop setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values precision, skill development, and hands-on experience. Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise in machining and fabrication will be recognized and nurtured, offering opportunities to enhance your technical skills.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/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 La Vergne,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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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