Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician operates within a machine shop environment to support grinding operations and precision machining. This role focuses on setting up and operating CNC Swiss machines, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring that high-quality precision components are produced according to specifications and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and prepare CNC Swiss machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC Swiss machines to produce precision components to required specifications.
• Assist with grinding operations and general machining tasks in the machine shop.
• Monitor machine performance and ensure Swiss machines run properly throughout the shift.
• Troubleshoot machinery issues and diagnose problems to minimize downtime.
• Perform inspections of finished and in-process parts to verify quality and adherence to blueprints.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine machining requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient operations.

Essential Skills

• 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing or machining environment.
• Hands-on CNC machining experience, particularly with CNC Swiss machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with machine operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Inspection experience to verify part quality and dimensions.
• Ability to assist with grinding operations and general machining tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with CNC Swiss machine brands such as Tornos, Citizen, Star, or Tsugami.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality precision components.
• Ability to identify and diagnose mechanical or process issues on production equipment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with minimal supervision.

Why Work Here?

You will join a skilled machine shop team focused on precision, quality, and continuous improvement. The environment encourages hands-on learning with advanced CNC Swiss equipment and offers the opportunity to deepen your machining expertise. You can build a solid technical foundation in production and inspection while contributing directly to high-precision manufacturing outcomes.

Work Environment

This role is based in a machine shop environment with a standard shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You will work around CNC Swiss machines and grinding equipment, frequently handling tooling and precision components. The setting is production-focused, with regular standing, walking, and interaction with machinery, and requires adherence to typical shop safety practices and appropriate industrial attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woburn, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 Woburn,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.

Company DescriptionWe 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.

Company Description

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.