Job Title: Machinist - Night Shift Job Description
This night-shift machinist role focuses on independently setting up and operating machining equipment to produce complex parts with high accuracy and minimal quality issues. You will read advanced blueprints, verify and load tooling, write and edit simple programs, and use a wide range of measurement devices to ensure precision. The role also involves training other employees, contributing to continuous improvement, and actively participating in goal setting and performance reviews while maintaining strong safety and productivity standards throughout the shift.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret advanced blueprints to plan and execute machining operations accurately.
Verify and load tooling, enter tool data correctly, and ensure tools are prepared for production.
Create complex part setups using all available tools, fixtures, and devices to optimize machining processes.
Read, understand, write, and edit simple CNC programs to support efficient and accurate production.
Operate machining equipment with a solid understanding of machine controls and axis movement.
Apply good knowledge of feed rates and spindle speeds to achieve optimal cutting performance and part quality.
Run new parts that may be unfamiliar to you or the organization, ensuring accuracy and consistency from the start.
Use measurement devices fluently, including calipers and micrometers, to inspect and verify part dimensions.
Perform thorough inspections of parts and document results to maintain minimal quality issues.
Recognize, document, and analyze patterns in processes and problems to support effective troubleshooting and improvement.
Effectively train and mentor employees on machining practices, safety, and quality standards.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture within the team and department, following established safety procedures.
Understand and implement 5S principles as part of continuous improvement in the work area.
Follow instructions, established routines, and processes to achieve consistent productivity and quality.
Evaluate procedures and suggest or implement refinements to improve efficiency and outcomes.
Engage in clear, courteous, honest, and open communication with team members and colleagues across the organization.
Actively participate in regular huddles, performance reviews, and goal-setting activities.
Arrive on time for each scheduled shift and remain present, engaged, and productive throughout the assigned hours.
Set a positive example by working hard, doing the right things, and exhibiting energy and positivity.
Accept responsibility for consistently excellent productivity and quality in all assigned tasks.
Essential Skills
Ability to read and interpret advanced blueprints for complex machining work.
Proficiency in verifying and loading tooling and accurately entering tool data into machine controls.
Experience creating complex part setups using a variety of tools, fixtures, and devices.
Full ability to read, understand, write, and edit simple CNC programs.
Fluency with measurement devices, including calipers and micrometers, for precise inspection.
Strong understanding of machine controls, axis movement, and their impact on machining operations.
Good knowledge of feed rates and spindle speeds and how to adjust them for different materials and operations.
Capability to run new parts with minimal guidance while maintaining quality standards.
Ability to effectively train and coach other employees in machining practices and procedures.
Skill in recognizing and documenting patterns in processes and problems to support troubleshooting.
Commitment to promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture within the team.
Understanding and application of 5S principles as part of continuous improvement.
Strong accountability for following instructions, routines, and processes to achieve consistent results.
Clear, courteous, effective, and honest communication skills with team members and others.
Reliability in attendance, punctuality, and staying engaged throughout the assigned shift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with machining operations on lathes and other machine tools.
Knowledge of CNC programming concepts and basic program editing.
Hands-on experience with part setup and inspection processes in a production environment.
Ability to evaluate existing procedures and refine them to improve efficiency and quality.
Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate in team settings.
Willingness to actively participate in regular huddles, performance reviews, and goal-setting activities.
Positive, energetic attitude with a strong work ethic and focus on doing the right things.
Strong sense of ownership for productivity, quality, and continuous improvement in the work area.
Why Work Here?
You join a team that values safety, continuous improvement, and open communication, where your ideas for refining procedures and processes are welcomed. The environment encourages goal setting, regular feedback, and positive relationships, helping you grow professionally while contributing to a culture of hard work, integrity, and mutual support. Flexible night-shift hours support work-life balance while still offering a stable, consistent schedule.
Work Environment
This role is based in a machining environment on the second shift, Monday through Thursday, with flexible start and end times typically between 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.-6:00 a.m. You work with machine tools such as lathes and CNC equipment, using measurement devices like calipers and micrometers for inspection and quality control. The workplace emphasizes safety and 5S organization, with established routines and processes designed to support efficiency, cleanliness, and continuous improvement. The setting is production-focused, requiring you to remain present and engaged throughout the shift, collaborating closely with team members in a structured yet supportive environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sturgis, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $32.00/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 Sturgis,MI.
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 cons
