Entering the machining trade in Hillsboro, OR, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning a wage. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years and involve extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Hillsboro, OR, machinists earn an average wage of $755 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $80,640 annually. Trade schools, technical colleges, and organizations like the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Job Title: Machinist Job Description We are seeking an experienced Machinist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and running mills, inspecting products, and maintaining consistent quality. This role requires the ability to machine parts according to blueprints and perform secondary operations as needed. Our family-owned company has been a leader in custom manufacturing in the Pacific Northwest for nearly 40 years, serving various industries such as semiconductor, electronics, optical, and energy. Responsibilities • Set up and run mills. • Inspect first run products and make adjustments in collaboration with Quality Control. • Inspect parts during manufacturing to ensure consistent quality. • Create fixtures and clamps for various jobs as needed. • Machine parts and compare to blueprints to ensure accuracy. • Perform secondary operations such as tapping and deburring. Essential Skills • 3+ years of machining experience with CNC mills or lathes. • Experience in setting up machines (1-4 setups per day). • Ability to make minor edits on machines using Fanuc Controls. • Proficiency with vertical and horizontal mills. • Ability to inspect parts and read blueprints. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Own your own precision measuring tools. • Ability to read and follow written instructions. • Strong attention to detail. • Ability to work independently. Why Work Here? Join a company with a clean shop and new machines. Benefit from a family-oriented culture and competitive benefits upon direct hire. Work Environment Work in an air-conditioned machine shop with the following shifts available: Days (Monday - Thursday 6am - 4:30pm), Swing (Monday - Thursday 4:15pm - 2:45am), and Weekend (Friday - Sunday 5am - 5:30pm). Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HILLSBORO, Oregon. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 HILLSBORO,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.
See More Details >>Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking experienced CNC Mill Machinists for direct hire roles with a manufacturing organization located in Hillsboro, OR. The person in this role will setup and operate mills to create machined parts and the tooling to produce those parts. Schedules Available: • Day shift (MON-THURS, 10 hour days) • Swing shift (MON-THURS, 10 hour days) • Weekend shift (FRI-SUN, 12 hour days) CNC Mill Machinist Responsibilities: • Setup CNC mill machines, tools, and fixtures • Operate CNC mill machines, quality check parts, and perform edits as needed • Read traveler for operation to be processed and study corresponding blueprints reflected on the traveler • Machine preventive maintenance • Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work area • Train less experienced CNC Mill Machinist co-workers • Follow all safety and quality requirements • Other duties assigned CNC Mill Machinist Qualifications: • 2-5 years CNC Mill machining experience including performing frequent set-ups. • Ability to read drawings, specifications, documents and modelling, with the ability to offset changes independently. • Knowledge and ability to use basic measuring tools (0-6 caliper, 0-1micrometer, dial indicator, bore mics, etc.) and ability to maintain visual quality of parts. Machinists are expected to own their own tools or be willing to purchase them over time. • Knowledge and ability to convert metric measurements to inch measurements. • Knowledge and ability to work with close tolerances (ten thousandths). • Knowledge and ability to run assigned jobs and run first parts. • Knowledge and ability to edit programs as needed. • Ability to frequently lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. • Eligible to work in the U.S Benefits: • $25-$35/hr depending on experience • Additional $1.50/hr wage differential if on swing shift, 10% wage differential if on weekend shift. • Medical Coverage (Option for 100% paid premium for employee coverage) • Dental Insurance (100% paid premium for employee coverage) • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (100% paid for employee) and voluntary coverage for employee and family • 401(k) with an annual 3% contribution • Generous time off including vacation, Oregon sick leave, personal time, and paid holidays
See More Details >>About the position Aerotek is hiring experienced Mill and Lathe Machinists for full-time opportunities in Hillsboro, Oregon. This position is available on day, swing, and weekend shifts, catering to a busy and expanding job shop. Candidates with a variety of experience levels are welcome to apply, but it is essential that they possess previous schooling and/or experience with CNC mills or CNC lathes. The role involves setting up and operating CNC machines, changing out and adjusting tooling, and making basic code adjustments with supervisor permission. Machinists will also be responsible for inspecting parts using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, referencing blueprints, and utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Additionally, performing basic maintenance and upkeep on machines is a key aspect of the job. The work environment is a clean machine shop, although it can be loud due to the running machines throughout the facility. The shop is organized and has a specific flow of work, ensuring efficiency and productivity. This is a permanent position, and candidates are encouraged to apply directly to the posting, with a response expected within 24 hours of application. Aerotek is committed to connecting skilled trades workers with meaningful job opportunities, and this role is a vital part of that mission. Responsibilities • Set up and operate CNC mill or lathe , • Change out and adjust tooling , • Make basic code adjustments with supervisor permission , • Inspect parts with precision measurement tools like calipers and micrometers , • Reference blueprints and utilize GD&T , • Perform basic maintenance and upkeep on machines Requirements • Previous schooling and/or experience with CNC mills or CNC lathes , • Ability to set up and operate CNC machines , • Experience with precision measurement tools , • Familiarity with blueprints and GD&T Nice-to-haves • Good written and oral communication skills , • Punctuality , • Reliability , • Collaboration with other machinists and supervisors Benefits • Weekly pay , • Medical insurance , • Dental insurance , • Vision insurance , • Life insurance , • Health advocacy , • Employee assistance programs , • 401(k) plan , • Employee discounts
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