CNC Mill Machinist

Job Title: Mill Machinist
Job Description
The Mill Machinist will be responsible for operating CNC Mills, primarily focusing on 3-axis machining with aluminum materials. The candidate will read blueprints daily, perform basic tool changes and offsets, and deburr parts. Additional duties include conducting quality checks on finished parts and operating a CMM machine. The position involves working in a department focused on long-run production with training provided for setups, tool changes, and offsets.
Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Mills, primarily 3-axis machining.
• Read and interpret blueprints on a daily basis.
• Perform basic tool changes and offsets.
• Deburr parts to ensure smooth finishes.
• Conduct quality checks on finished parts.
• Operate CMM machine to verify dimensions and quality.
• Train into setups, tool changes, and offsets in a long-run production environment.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of CNC operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• High School Diploma.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Machining Degree.

Why Work Here?
The company offers a clean and well-maintained shop environment with opportunities for growth. The department has a low turnover rate, and hiring is driven by retirements, suggesting a stable work environment.
Work Environment
The work environment is characterized by compact hydraulic power units that are self-contained with an AC or DC motor, gear pump, reservoir, internal valving, load hold checks, and relief valves. There is frequent exposure to oils, cleaners, and loud noises, requiring hearing protection in designated areas. Occasional exposure to moving parts, equipment, and coolants. Eye protection and safety shoes with steel toes that must be slip-resistant are required in all plant work areas. The manufacturing environment is very clean, air-conditioned, and requires standing all day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


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.