CNC Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Machinist - $30-35/hr

1st Shift: 1st Shift: 6am - 4:30pm M-F

2nd Shift: 4:30pm - 2:30am M-F

10 HOURS OT REQUIRED

Job Description: Job is Located in Wheeling, Illinois

This position offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art precision CNC equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment that supports both R&D and mass production for aerospace, military, and defense applications. As a CNC Machinist, you will use advanced 5-axis and multi-axis CNC milling machines to produce complex, high-precision components from challenging materials. You will join a growing, collaborative team where your machining expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to quality directly contribute to demanding industry standards and production goals.

Responsibilities: Job is Located in Wheeling, Illinois

• Operate and maintain 5-axis CNC vertical milling machines to produce high-precision components.
• Perform complex blueprint interpretation to determine machining strategies, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Set up CNC machines, including tooling, workholding, offsets, and program loading for production and R&D work.
• Utilize Fanuc or Heidenhain machine controls to run programs, make adjustments, and optimize machining operations.
• Program or edit G-code and M-code at the machine to achieve desired machining outcomes and correct issues as needed.
• Apply knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to ensure parts meet all dimensional and tolerance requirements.
• Machine a variety of materials, including alloys, stainless steel, titanium, and plastics, while maintaining tight tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Monitor machining processes, inspect parts, and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to meet production schedules and continuous improvement objectives.
• Follow all safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and quality standards throughout the machining process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with facility and ITAR requirements.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving activities related to machining, setups, and tooling.
• Work overtime as needed to support production demands, typically around 10 additional hours per week.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.