Cnc Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills to produce precision components in a low-volume, high-mix production environment. The CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist reads and interprets blueprints and drawings, plans machining operations, edits and understands CNC programming, and ensures all parts meet tight tolerances and quality specifications. The position involves frequent setups and changeovers, working primarily with HAAS controls on 3-axis mills and standard and Y-axis lathes.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications, including geometric dimensions and tolerances, welding symbols, material types, and material shapes.
• Plan machining operations by studying work orders, blueprints, drawings, specifications, materials, and machining parameters, and by interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform machining-related math, including fractional and decimal conversions, basic trigonometry (sine and cosine), and calculations for dimensions, tolerances, and missing linear or angular dimensions.
• Properly set up and operate CNC lathes, including selecting and installing appropriate fixtures, jigs, tooling, and workholding for each job.
• Machine parts and components to required specifications, maintaining close tolerances and verifying that all parts meet quality and dimensional requirements.
• Edit and program CNC mills utilizing HAAS controllers, including making adjustments to speeds, feeds, and tool paths as needed.
• Plan and perform a wide variety of diversified, close-tolerance milling operations in a low-volume, high-mix environment.
• Utilize machining tools such as high-speed drills, carbide drills, high-speed taps, roll-forming taps, and reamers safely and effectively.
• Handle short production runs with multiple setups and changeovers per day, maintaining efficiency and accuracy throughout.
• Apply conversational programming and/or G-code to create, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs for lathes and mills.
• Ensure machines are properly set up for simple geometric part shapes and adjust setups as needed to maintain productivity and quality.
• Work primarily with HAAS-controlled equipment, including 3-axis mills and standard and Y-axis lathes, and support future upgrades to newer machines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines and procedures in the machining department.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments as needed to meet production schedules and resolve machining or programming issues.
• Operate with a high degree of self-sufficiency, taking ownership of setups, programming edits, and quality checks for assigned jobs.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience working with CNC lathes, including full setup responsibilities beyond basic operation.
• Strong Experience in short production runs with multiple setups and changeovers per day.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with conversational programming and/or G-code for CNC machines.
• Proficiency in editing and programming CNC mills using HAAS controllers.
• Hands-on experience with CNC lathe and mill operations in a low-volume, high-mix production environment.
• Capability to perform machining math, including fractional and decimal conversions, basic trigonometry (sine and cosine), and tolerance calculations.
• Skill in properly setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills to produce parts to close tolerances.
• Ability to use machining tools such as high-speed drills, carbide drills, high-speed taps, roll-forming taps, and reamers.
• Competence in blueprint reading and interpreting welding symbols, material types, and material shapes.
• Experience working with HAAS-controlled equipment, including lathes and mills.
• Demonstrated self-sufficiency in managing setups, programming edits, and production tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Trade school education in machining or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Fanuc, Okuma, and other CNC controls is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Mastercam or other CAD/CAM software for programming CNC machines.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD tools for interpreting part models and drawings.
• Understanding of CAD/CAM workflows and G & M codes for CNC programming.
• Experience with tooling selection and optimization for milling and turning operations.
• Experience in low-volume, high-mix production environments with frequent changeovers.
• Ability to perform setups for simple geometric shapes and adapt to a variety of part configurations.
• Comfort working with 3-axis mills and standard and Y-axis lathes, with interest in learning newer equipment as upgrades occur.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports long-term stability and growth, including health insurance options through CIGNA with HDHP and PPO plans, a 401(k) program with a competitive company match, and a generous PTO program that increases with tenure. The organization invests in a modern, state-of-the-art facility and is experiencing consistent growth, creating opportunities for professional development and promotion from within. Team members who meet performance and attendance expectations have a strong track record of transitioning to permanent roles, and consistent overtime opportunities are available for those who want to increase their earnings.

Work Environment

The workplace is a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, opened in February 2021, encompassing approximately 256,000 square feet of office and manufacturing space with all departments under one roof. Around 230 employees work on-site, creating a collaborative production environment. The machining area features modern CNC equipment, primarily HAAS-controlled 3-axis mills and standard and Y-axis lathes, with plans to upgrade to newer machines in the near future. The production style is low-volume, high-mix, with short runs and multiple daily setups and changeovers, offering variety in day-to-day tasks. Consistent overtime is available, typically in the range of 50 to 60 hours per week, with some periods where overtime may be required. The environment emphasizes precision machining, use of advanced tooling and controllers, and a clean, organized manufacturing floor designed to support efficiency and employee comfort.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wood Dale, IL.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wood Dale, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Wood Dale,IL.

Aerotek® 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.