Job Title: Lead CNC Machinist
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Lead CNC Machinist to join our team. This role involves operating, setting up, and program editing for CNC lathes and mills. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with various materials, from plastics to metals, and may also take on a leadership role for the 2nd shift team.

ResponsibilitiesOperate, set up, and edit CNC lathe and mill programs.Download programs to machines, set up tooling and fixtures.Perform dry runs and make necessary edits after the first piece.Work with Haas machinery, including mills and lathes, and operate 2 and 3 axis machines, with future upgrades to 4 and 5 axis.Engage in leadership responsibilities on the 2nd shift as required.Assist with support and secondary operations, including packaging materials, deburring, and prepping parts.Essential Skills3 years of experience operating 3 axis mill/lathe.Proficiency in blueprint and GD&T reading.Experience with Fanuc Controls.Capability to perform a full set-up of CNC lathe or mill 3 axis.Ability to download programs and make necessary G&M code edits.Additional Skills & QualificationsStrong preference for experience with Haas machinery.Knowledge of live tooling.Familiarity with MasterCAM edit/program knowledge.Experience with Haas Controls.Leadership potential or background.Why Work Here?

Join a brand new machine shop with state-of-the-art equipment. Benefit from excellent Thyssenkrupp umbrella benefits and the opportunity to develop into a full-fledged Machinist.

Work Environment

Work in a newly renovated facility with cutting-edge machinery, including 4 Haas mills, 4 Haas lathes, a CNC Router, and 2 Panel Saws/Shapers. The shop is in the start-up phase at the Auburn Hills location, with a long-standing machine shop in Georgia. The role includes working 1st shift from 6am to 4:30pm or 2nd shift from 4:30pm to 3am, Monday to Thursday, with occasional Friday shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AUBURN HILLS, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Rochester Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

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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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