Makino Grinder

Job Title: Makino Grinder Operator
Job Description

This role involves setting up and operating precision Makino grinding equipment to perform inner and outer diameter grinding on metal parts for aerospace applications. You will complete setups and changeovers, interpret blueprints and schematics, and ensure parts meet tight dimensional tolerances while maintaining a clean and efficient machining process.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform changeovers on Makino and other precision grinders according to job requirements.
• Operate precision grinding equipment to perform outer diameter and inner diameter grinding of metal parts.
• Grind and smooth metal components to remove defects, sharp edges, and excess material while maintaining specified dimensions.
• Hold and verify high tolerances, including approximately +/- .001, to meet aerospace industry standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to determine machining and grinding requirements.
• Use precision measuring tools, such as micrometers and other inspection instruments, to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Operate manual mills and lathes or CNC mills and lathes as needed to support machining and grinding operations.
• Monitor machine performance, make necessary adjustments, and perform basic troubleshooting during production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a climate-controlled facility.
• Follow established procedures and quality standards to ensure consistent, high-quality output.

Essential Skills

• Experience running a CNC machine or similar equipment that includes setups and changeovers.
• Proficiency in operating precision grinders for inner diameter and outer diameter grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Skill in using micrometers and other precision measuring instruments for inspection.
• Experience with machine operation in a machining or grinding environment.
• Capability to hold and work to tight tolerances, including approximately +/- .001.
• Familiarity with surface grinding processes.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining principles and practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating manual mills and lathes.
• Experience operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Background in machining for aerospace or other high-precision industries.
• Comfort working with grinding, milling, turning, and related machining processes.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled facility that supports high-quality, precision manufacturing. The organization offers strong benefits, including medical, dental, and life coverage, helping you take care of your health and financial security. A weekend shift option allows you to work 36 hours while getting paid for 48, providing added flexibility and earning potential.

Work Environment

The facility is clean, organized, and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and stable environment for precision grinding and machining. You will work with Makino grinders, manual mills and lathes, CNC mills and lathes, and standard precision measuring tools such as micrometers. A weekend shift is available where you work 36 hours and receive pay for 48 hours, offering an alternative schedule to standard weekday shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hebron, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Hebron,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 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.