Machine Operator

Job overview

The Machine Operator role is onsite in Mesa, AZ, and pays $18.00–$38.00 per hour, depending on experience, with shift differential opportunities for off-shifts. The position is a contract-to-hire opportunity in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The role operates, sets up, or troubleshoots precision machining equipment to produce aerospace components. It supports production quality through machine setup, blueprint interpretation, measurement, troubleshooting, and process improvement, with responsibilities varying by experience level.

What you'll do

• Operate, set up, or troubleshoot equipment such as Swiss CNC machines and CNC lathes
• perform machine setups and, at advanced levels, programming and troubleshooting
• read blueprints and engineering drawings
• use precision measuring tools
• support process improvements and mentoring at advanced levels.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

machine operator

mesa az

answer consulting

aerospace manufacturing

cnc machining

swiss cnc

cnc lathes

blueprint reading

precision measurement

$18–$38/hr

second shift mon–thu 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.

third shift fri–sun 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

fourth shift fri–sun 6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.

u.s. citizenship required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Training is provided
• tools are provided by the employer. Excellent benefits are available upon permanent hire.

Why this role

Multiple shifts are available: second shift Monday–Thursday, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.; third shift Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.; and fourth shift Friday–Sunday, 6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m. U.S. citizenship is required due to ITAR requirements.

About the employer

Answer Consulting is hiring for this role. Industry: Electronic Computer Manufacturing. Sector: 33.