2nd Shift Manual Machinist-new Orleans

Aerotek • Lafayette, LA • 6h ago

Job Title: Manual Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to machine parts for rotating equipment such as pumps, shafts, couplings, rings, cases, turbines, and valves. You will be operating manual mills and lathes, primarily working with steel and stainless steel.

Responsibilities

Machine parts to precise specifications with tolerances down to 0.0005 inches.

Operate manual lathes and mills efficiently and effectively.

Utilize horizontal boring mills and vertical turret lathes.

Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate machining.

Use calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools.

Perform grinding and drill press operations as needed.

Essential Skills

4+ years of experience as a Manual Machinist.

Proficient in manual machining with mills and lathes.

Strong ability to work with steel and stainless steel materials.

Skilled in using precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

VTL and HBM skills are highly desirable.

Experience in a shop environment with a focus on precision and quality.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance. We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and post-tax contribution options, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a health spending account. Benefit from transportation perks, an employee assistance program, and generous time off including PTO, vacation, or sick leave.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled indoor shop with schedules from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM Monday through Thursday.

Friday work is typically at 60%, with Saturday at 30%, and Sunday work reserved for emergencies with double-time pay.

Enjoy 8 holidays and 2 floating holidays, along with a 4% match on 401(k) contributions. A 10% differential applies for PM shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, LA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.50/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 Lafayette,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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.

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