CNC Machinist

Company:  Aerotek
Location: Des Moines
Closing Date: 04/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Job Title: Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Machinist to join our team and contribute to the production of parts for equipment used in the mining industry. The ideal candidate will have expertise in CNC machining, an ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings, and experience with setting up and editing CNC machine programs.

Responsibilities

  • Machine parts for equipment used in the mining industry.

  • Read and understand blueprints and drawings to manufacture parts to specifications.

  • Set up and edit CNC machine programs, and/or milling machines and lathes using the proper equipment to ensure machines are set up correctly.

  • Perform daily maintenance of CNC/manual machinery.

  • Read, interpret, and follow standard operating procedures to ensure a consistent approach to manufacturing.

  • Hold prescribed tolerances using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

  • Understand and utilize programming software for applicable CNC machines.

Essential Skills

  • Two (2) years of experience in a machining role in a production environment.

  • Experience using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.

  • Demonstrated experience in setup, programming, and operation of CNC machines and mills.

  • Understanding and experience in CNC programming.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with Master Cam is preferred.

  • Prior experience rigging and positioning heavy equipment using jib hoists/overhead cranes.

  • Ability to select and grind specialty tools for required tasks.

  • Full knowledge of working properties of different metals and alloys, and the proper cutting feeds and speeds to use with different types of cutting tools.

  • Prior experience reading and understanding blueprints to build products.

Why Work Here?

Join our team to work with cool equipment used in the mining industry and enjoy opportunities for advancement in a supportive and growth-focused environment.

Work Environment

First shift from 6am-2:30pm Monday to Friday. The work environment is nostalgic, with older equipment that can sometimes be dirty. If you have questions about the environment, please ask.

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.

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