**Aerotek is hiring a Lead Machinist 1st Shift** **Responsibilities** + Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, turning, grinding, milling, etc. + Understand specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading engineering drawings and other specifications. + Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines. + Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications. + Closely monitor the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result. + Inspect and measure the finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly. + Inspect and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality. **Essential Skills** + Proven experience as a CNC operator. + Skills in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools. + Ability to read and interpret mechanical/engineering documents and drawings. + Mechanical aptitude and good math skills. + A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach. + Good communication abilities. + Must be reliable with perfect attendance. + High school diploma or equivalent. + Certificate or diploma from a CNC machining school, technical college, or relevant discipline is a plus. + Must be able to pass drug **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with CNC machining, CNC programming, and various machine operations. + Ability to use tools such as calipers, micrometers, hand tools, and tape measures. **Why Work Here?** Our company is growing with a strong emphasis on culture. HR and management show appreciation to hardworking team members through quarterly gift raffles, holiday celebrations, and food truck days. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance program, flexible spending account, paid time off, referral program, and monthly performance bonuses after 90 days of employment. **Work Environment** Non-climate controlled manufacturing environment. 1st Shift: 5:15AM-1:45PM (Monday - Friday) **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $54080.00 Medical, Dental, Vision • Life Insurance • STD (Short Term Disability) • LTD (Long Term Disability) • 401(k) • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Account • PTO (Paid Time Off) • Referral program • Monthly Performance Bonus (after 90 days of employment) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Olive Branch,MS. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 2024. **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.