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CNC Machine Operator

**Shift Options:** 1st Shift (5:00 AM – 3:30 PM) | 2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 2:30 AM, 10% shift differential)

About the Role

Join our team as a **CNC Machine Operator** and play a key role in producing high-quality precision parts. You’ll operate **Haas and OKUMA CNC machinery** , ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout long production runs. This position values **quality over quantity** , making attention to detail and craftsmanship essential.

What You’ll Do

+ Operate Haas and OKUMA CNC machines to complete production runs.

+ Read and interpret blueprints for precise machine operation.

+ Change tooling as needed to maintain efficiency.

+ Perform quality inspections using micrometers and calipers.

+ Maintain a strong focus on quality standards.

What We’re Looking For

+ Proficiency in CNC machine operation.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

+ Experience with micrometers and calipers.

+ Basic CNC programming and troubleshooting knowledge.

+ **Less than 3 years of CNC Mill experience** preferred.

Bonus Skills:

+ Experience with Haas Mills.

+ Familiarity with Mastercam software.

+ Quality inspection and milling.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We offer a **comprehensive benefits package** designed to support you and your family:

+ Paid vacation and holidays

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance

+ Referral bonus program

+ $500 HSA contribution

+ Life insurance and bereavement pay

+ **16 weeks of maternity/paternity leave**

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Safety equipment reimbursement upon becoming permanent

Your Work Environment

+ Clean, organized machine shop with **24 CNC machines** , primarily Haas equipment.

+ Collaborative team across machining, fabrication, packing, assembly, and welding departments.

+ **1st Shift:** Monday–Friday, 10-hour days (with optional Saturday overtime).

+ **2nd Shift:** Monday–Friday, 10-hour days with 10% shift differential.

Ready to take the next step in your CNC career? Apply today and join a team that values precision, quality, and your professional growth!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Crystal Lake, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $52000.00/yr.

health, vision, dental, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Crystal Lake,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 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.