Manual Machinist

Job Title: Manual Machinist
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating various manual machines to produce parts and ensuring their quality. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal and vertical milling machines, lathes, and radial manual machines, including drill taps, key seaters, and band saws to produce parts.
• Perform quality checks on parts produced to ensure they meet specifications.
• Use precision measuring devices and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Demonstrate operational knowledge of all machine shop machinery.
• Layout work to be performed and follow all safety rules.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in setting up and operating multiple machines, including horizontal and vertical milling machines.
• Ability to perform pattern and hole layouts for structural steel and fabricated parts.
• Experience with crane and forklift operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to operate an overhead crane and forklift.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that emphasizes career growth and learning opportunities. Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive culture that values ideas and encourages innovation. Benefit from a supportive environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, recognizes achievements, and invests in your long-term success.

Work Environment

This position operates in a machine shop environment and requires working the 3rd shift from 5pm to 5am. Employees should be comfortable with the physical demands and conditions typical of this type of workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spartanburg, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Spartanburg,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.