Machinist - 2nd Shift

Now Hiring: Machinist – Horizontal CNC

• Pay Range: $24-$30/hour (DOE)

• Second Shift | 3:00 PM–11:00 PM (up to 1:00 AM as needed)

Are you a skilled machinist who enjoys working with high‑precision equipment and wants to grow your craft with a highly established Northern Colorado Aerospace manufacturer? Join a team that values quality, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement—while offering great benefits and potential relocation assistance.

About the Role

As a Machinist, you will set up and operate multiple CNC and manual machines —including Lathes, Mills, Swiss, and OD/ID Grinders—to produce precision metal components. You’ll perform supporting operations, complete first‑piece inspections, interpret engineering drawings, and help maintain a top‑tier production environment built on safety and efficiency.

This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your machining expertise within a growing, well‑established company.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC/Manual equipment: Lathes, Mills, Swiss, OD/ID Grinders

• Perform manual material removal, deburring, and sub‑assembly tasks

• Conduct first‑piece inspections and assist colleagues with inspection processes

• Interpret engineering blueprints and apply basic GD&T

• Inspect finished components using calipers, gauges, and various measuring devices

• Document inspection results per SOP requirements

• Maintain an organized, safe workspace by applying 5S principles

• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Skills

• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation

• Hands‑on experience with CNC Mills and Lathes

• Familiarity with GD&T principles

• Proficiency using measuring equipment (calipers, gauges, etc.)

• Experience operating Okuma and Fanuc machine controls

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of CNC machining experience (Mills/Lathes)

• Experience in high‑volume, low‑mix production environments

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to meet daily production goals while maintaining top‑tier quality

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to grow your machining career and master your craft

• Work for a well‑known Northern Colorado company with exceptional benefits

• Potential relocation assistance

• A stable, supportive environment that values teamwork, precision, and continuous improvement

Work Environment

• High‑volume, low‑mix production

• Second shift (3:00 PM–11:00 PM), with extended hours (3:00 PM–1:00 AM) as needed

• Fast‑paced, quality‑driven manufacturing setting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Fort Collins,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2026.

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.