Temporary Machinist
Delta · Atlanta, Georgia · Posted Jun 27, 2026
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How you’ll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
Must be willing to work alternate shifts, off days and weekends as required.
Must be able to work efficiently and be self‑motivated with little or no supervision.
Two-year post-secondary Machine Tool Technology Certificate or 4 years precision machining experience in the set up and operation of Vertical, Horizontal, Jig and Boring Mills, Turret and Engine Lathes, I.Must be able to sharpen cutting tools and drills.
Must know the use of and perform work using all types of machine shop measuring instruments.
Must achieve a satisfactory score on the mechanical aptitude test which is structured to determine the ability to perform essential job functions.
Mustbe willing and able to work alternate shifts, off days, weekends and holidays as required to meet operational demand.
Should demonstrate theoretical and working knowledge of jobs and skills performed in a machine shop.
Must be able to read, write, comprehend and apply information contained in detailed and complex technical manuals, procedural manuals and blueprints with little or no assistance.
Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives.
In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period.
10 paid holidays per calendar year.
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits.
Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back‑up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages.
Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health.
Domestic and International space‑available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members.
World‑wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies.
Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together.
Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare.
Starting pay: $39.77 per hour
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