**Job Title: CNC Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating various CNC machine tools, including horizontal and vertical mills. This role requires some setup experience and the ability to keep the CNC machine tools running efficiently while checking the parts being run. The operator will handle multiple machine tools at once, ensuring proper operation and maintenance. **Responsibilities** + Operate various CNC machine tools, including horizontal and vertical mills. + Keep CNC machine tools running and check the parts being produced. + Adjust offsets and locations, as well as change inserts and cutting tools as necessary. + Gain full knowledge and understanding of speeds, feeds, and surface call outs of machined parts. + Adhere to and follow company safety procedures and operate machinery safely. + Perform cleanup in and around the machines and maintain proper fluid levels. **Essential Skills** + 1 year of machining experience or trade school training. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Proficiency in using common machine shop measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.). + Knowledge of machine shop practices. + Ability to communicate machining errors and corrective actions clearly and timely. + Capability to lift up to 35 pounds. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with blueprint reading. + Familiarity with measuring tools, horizontal mills, CNC, mills, and lathes. **Why Work Here?** This is a contract-to-hire position, offering a great opportunity for career growth and stability. Our team values safety, precision, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive and dynamic work environment. **Work Environment** The position is based in a machine shop with multiple stations. The work environment involves operating various CNC machines, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverside, California. **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.