Cnc Mill Machinist

The CNC Mill Machinist sets up and operates 3-axis CNC milling machines to produce precision components in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on optimizing setup times, maximizing machine utilization, and ensuring all parts meet exact specifications and tight tolerances through accurate machining and thorough inspection.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines to produce high-precision parts in both low- and high-volume production runs.
• Optimize setup times and maximize machine utilization to improve overall productivity.
• Read and interpret blueprints and route instructions to understand part specifications, dimensions, and required tolerances.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure all parts conform to engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot CNC programs and make necessary adjustments to tooling, offsets, and parameters to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Set up CNC equipment to complete full machining cycles, including loading tools, setting work offsets, and verifying programs.
• Maintain and adjust machine offsets to ensure parts remain within specified tolerances throughout production runs.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges, and follow established in-process inspection procedures.
• Identify non-conforming parts or processes and promptly notify the appropriate lead or supervisor.
• Collaborate with programmers, quality personnel, and other team members to resolve quality issues and improve machining processes.
• Document work as required, including recording inspection results and communicating status of jobs in process.

• At least 5 years of experience operating CNC mill machines in a manufacturing environment, including performing setups.
• Proficiency in setting up and running 3-axis CNC mills for both low- and high-volume production.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and route instructions accurately.
• Strong understanding and practical use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands-on G-code experience for troubleshooting and making program adjustments at the machine.
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to inspect parts.
• Ability to follow in-process inspection procedures and maintain tight tolerances.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve machining and quality issues.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with supervisors, programmers, and quality personnel.

• Experience operating CNC mills from brands such as Brother, Doosan, Takumi, and Siemens-controlled machines is preferred but not required.
• Background in operating both mills and lathes is beneficial.
• Experience with multi-axis machining, including 5-axis equipment, is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex machine setups and changeovers efficiently.
• Familiarity with general CNC programming concepts and machine controls.

You will join a highly collaborative team environment where everyone works together and even color-coordinates uniforms by day of the week to reinforce a strong sense of unity. Paid breaks, including lunch, are provided both while on contract and after hire, supporting a healthy work-life balance throughout your workday. After a successful contract-to-hire period, you receive company-provided uniforms for the week and a voucher to purchase new steel-toe footwear, helping you stay comfortable and safe on the job. Competitive benefits further enhance the overall compensation package and reflect a long-term commitment to employee well-being and stability.

Work Environment

This role is based in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with active CNC machining operations. You will work around CNC mills and other production equipment, using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges as part of daily in-process inspection. The facility emphasizes teamwork and coordination on the production floor, including the use of company-provided uniforms after hire, with color-coordinated attire by day of the week to support a cohesive team culture. Steel-toe footwear is required for safety, and the company provides a voucher toward new safety shoes after hire. The environment is hands-on, fast-paced, and focused on quality, productivity, and continuous communication among machinists, programmers, and quality staff.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.