Manual Machinist

Job Title: Manual Machinist Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist with a proven track record in machining brackets, fixtures, and other components for food processing machinery. The ideal candidate will have the expertise to operate various machines and fabricate parts based on detailed blueprints and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Operate mills, lathes, saws, presses, grinders, and other machinery.

• Perform lockout tagout procedures on machinery to ensure safety.

• Create and fabricate parts using blueprints and sketches.

• Conduct setups on all machinery and ensure proper operation.

• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

• Inspect and verify parts using precision gauges such as micrometers and calipers, and dial indicators.

• Conduct equipment checks and maintenance at proper intervals to ensure optimal performance.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience as a manual machinist.

• Proficiency in operating mills and lathes.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical sketches.

• Ownership and use of personal tools.

• Experience with precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with troubleshooting and saw operation.

• Ability to create basic drawings by hand.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and collaborative team environment where you work alongside skilled machinists, welders, fabricators, and mechanics. Enjoy the stability of a first shift position with opportunities for overtime, in a clean and well-maintained shop.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean shop environment with a team of 20-25 professionals. The dress code requires work pants/jeans and steel toe boots. The role offers a first shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with an expectation of 5-12 hours of overtime per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of FRANKFORT, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 FRANKFORT,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.