CNC Machinist

Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work as a CNC Machinist on both day and overnight shifts, producing precision components for the aerospace and medical industries. You will perform complex machining operations, take on a variety of tasks across the facility, and collaborate closely with the engineering team to ensure high-quality output and efficient production.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills or lathes, including Swiss machinery, to run production jobs according to specifications.

• Run CNC machines to produce small to medium-sized aerospace, medical, and related components while maintaining tight tolerances.

• Troubleshoot machinery issues during production to minimize downtime and ensure consistent quality.

• Hold very tight tolerances, including working within thousandths of an inch, and adjust machines as needed to maintain accuracy.

• Perform inspections on all products using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measurement tools.

• Work with aluminum, stainless steel, and other materials as required by customer and production demands.

• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time, including production records and inspection documentation.

• Maintain safety regulations and follow all shop procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Report defective materials, processes, or equipment issues promptly and assist in resolving them.

• Communicate consistently and effectively with the engineering team and other departments to address technical issues and improve processes.

• Perform light program edits and zero out machines as needed to meet job specifications.

• Adapt to changing customer demands and production priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality.

• Wear multiple hats in the facility by supporting various tasks related to machining, setup, inspection, and process improvement.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience running and setting up CNC mills or lathes.

• Hands-on experience with CNC machining in a production environment serving aerospace, medical, or similar precision industries.

• Proficiency in running and setting up CNC mills or lathes, with Swiss machinery experience considered a strong advantage.

• Demonstrated ability to work with very tight tolerances, including +/- thousandths of an inch.

• Experience troubleshooting CNC machinery during setup and production.

• Ability to work with aluminum and stainless steel materials.

• Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, and other precision inspection tools.

• Experience performing inspections on machined components to verify dimensional accuracy and quality.

• Ability to perform light program edits and zero out a machine.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineering and production teams.

• Ability to handle complex work and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced shop environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Swiss CNC machinery.

• Experience in aerospace, medical, robotics, or related precision manufacturing industries.

• Familiarity with ITAR-controlled work environments.

• Comfort working with a variety of small to medium-sized precision components.

• Ability to adapt to different work areas within the shop, including both louder and quieter sections.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, well-established CNC operation in Western Massachusetts with over 200 employees and a diverse mix of aerospace, medical, and robotics work. The organization offers significant room for growth, exposure to a wide variety of complex projects, and strong benefits. You will work in a professional, supportive environment that values skill development, internal advancement, and long-term career opportunities.

Work Environment

The facility is one of the larger and more versatile CNC shops in Western Massachusetts, employing over 200 people and supporting a mix of aerospace, medical, and robotics projects. The work environment is extremely clean and well lit, with some shop areas louder and others quieter depending on the equipment in use. CNC mills, lathes, and Swiss machinery are core technologies, and you will regularly use precision tools such as micrometers and calipers. Day shift hours are 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and overnight shift hours are 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday. The shop emphasizes safety, organization, and a professional atmosphere while providing exposure to advanced machining processes and varied customer demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicopee, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $72800.00/yr.

401k match profit sharing

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicopee,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.