**Job Title: Machinist II** **Job Description** The Machinist II position demands a high level of proficiency, requiring the individual to set up and operate machines, and utilize tooling necessary to make or repair parts. This role requires five years of experience as a machinist. The successful candidate will apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout machining procedures. The ability to weld all materials and operate all machines and equipment in the shop is essential. The candidate should also be capable of creating value by completing work orders promptly and cross-training others to enhance shop capabilities. **Responsibilities** + Study specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, or descriptions of parts to be replaced, and plan the sequence of operations. + Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. + Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders, drill presses, and other machining equipment to machine parts to specifications. + Verify conformance of parts to specifications using measuring instruments. + Position and secure parts on surface plates or worktables using devices like vises, V-blocks, and plates. + Use hand tools to fit and assemble parts into assemblies or mechanisms. + Verify dimensions and alignment using measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks. + Operate mechanisms or machines, observe operations, or test them with inspection equipment to diagnose malfunctions or test repaired machines. + Assist with preventive maintenance on equipment as specified or required to ensure smooth startup and operation. + Perform welding on all materials and soldering as needed. + Observe all safety and environmental procedures, ensuring compliance with engagement points and QSRs. **Essential Skills** + Ability to operate lathe and mill machines. + Proficiency in writing machine coding. + Strong troubleshooting skills. + Mechanical expertise. + Experience in machine operation and machining. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Machine Tool Diploma/Degree preferred. + High School Diploma or GED required. + 2 - 3 years of relevant machinist experience. + Experience in manual lathe and mill work. **Work Environment** The work environment includes a night shift from 8 PM to 8 AM, providing ample opportunity for overtime. The role offers direct placement within the company. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Sumter, South Carolina. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $43472.00 - $66560.00/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 Sumter,SC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.