Job Title: CNC Set-up Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Set-up Machinist to join our team. This role involves setting up and operating CNC machinery efficiently and safely, ensuring high-quality production. You will need to have a keen understanding of manufacturing drawings, use precision measuring tools, and possess the ability to edit machine programs.

Responsibilities

• Follow all applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and procedures, and report any dangerous situations, near-misses, or injuries immediately.
• Participate in developing and updating risk assessments, reviewing all applicable risk assessments annually.
• Read and understand the drawings/prints required for the assigned job, including size, tolerance, and finish requirements.
• Utilize micrometers, calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, and other measuring devices to ensure quality products.
• Possess knowledge of basic 'G' & 'M' codes and the ability to read and edit machine programs.
• Demonstrate the ability to instruct an operator in the loading, machining process, unloading, deburring, and other necessary functions.
• Assist operators with any issues during the machining process, including tool wear adjustments and tool changes.
• Use or learn to use a computer for entering production information into a tracking system.
• Complete paperwork requirements for each operation, including setup sheets and Serial Number Tracking Sheets.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Strive to improve workstation performance, reduce part-to-part times, increase production efficiency, and improve quality.
• Communicate professionally with everyone in the plant and utilize a translator if necessary.
• Take directions from immediate supervisors and designated management representatives.
• Work overtime as required.

Essential Skills

• Advanced CNC machining skills, including work holding, tooling, setup, fixture, tool offsets, and program editing.
• Ability to hold close tolerances as required.
• Knowledge of quality control measuring tools.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds regularly, up to ten times an hour.
• Capability to work in a non-air conditioned environment for a minimum of eight hours per day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mill and lathe setup.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and precision measuring.
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Gd&t, Micrometer, Mastercam, Solidworks, and vertical lathe operations.

Why Work Here?

You will enjoy overtime opportunities and be part of a strong company culture that values diversity and inclusivity.

Work Environment

The position operates in a non-air conditioned manufacturing plant with working hours from 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Trenton, New Jersey.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Medical Plan: Individual and family plans
Wellness Discounts: Fitness club memberships, alternative health care, weight loss management, smoking cessation
Live Well Programs: Teladoc services for virtual doctor visits
Vision & Dental Plans
401(k) Plan: 50% company contribution up to 5% of an employee’s compensation
Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) & Family Leave Insurance
Workers Compensation
All Purpose Time Off (APTO): Earned after 90 days, increasing with tenure
Paid Holidays: Seven holidays celebrated
Funeral Leave & Jury Duty Pay
Employee Referral Rewards: Up to $2,000 for recruiting new employees
Training & Career Development: Support for professional growth

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Trenton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 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.