**Job Title: CNC Machinist** **Job Description** As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes to machine large structural parts for various industrial sectors such as sawmills and paper mills. You will perform multiple setups daily in a dynamic job shop environment, operate several machines simultaneously, and engage in tooling and program proofing tasks. Your role will also involve making minor program edits and operating overhead cranes for part positioning and loading. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to machine large structural parts. + Perform multiple daily setups in a job shop environment. + Operate multiple machines simultaneously, especially during long cut times. + Assist in building tooling, touching off tooling, and proofing programs. + Make minor program edits, including changing feeds and speeds. + Operate overhead cranes for positioning and loading parts for machining. + Operate manual mills and lathes when necessary. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in CNC mill and lathe operations. + Experience with CNC setup and blueprint reading. + Precision measuring skills. + A minimum of 3 years of experience in CNC mill or lathe setup and operation. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Possession of a personal set of basic machine shop tools. + Ability to work independently and within a team. **Why Work Here?** We offer a growing environment with exciting opportunities for advancement. Our company is expanding and expects to double in size, providing a dynamic job shop experience where no two days are the same. Enjoy good benefits, competitive pay, and the chance to work on diverse projects. **Work Environment** Our facility is a large industrial machine shop, currently with a small team of five machinists, but poised for growth. Despite the spacious environment, we maintain a bustling workload with a significant backlog. Safety is our priority, with PPE including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, and earplugs required. The regular shift is from 6am to 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday, with potential overtime on Fridays. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $83200.00/yr. 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 Portland,OR. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 21, 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.