• Cnc Operator

    Aerotek (Chicago, IL)


    Job Title: CNC Operator

    Job Description

    As a CNC Operator, you will play a crucial role in operating CNC machines, mills, and robots to produce parts that adhere to precise specifications. You will be responsible for performing tool and insert changes, following detailed written instructions, and ensuring parts conform to blueprints. Monitoring machine performance, complying with safety regulations, and maintaining clean work areas are key aspects of the role. Additionally, you will perform basic maintenance on CNC machines and collaborate with supervisors and support teams to resolve any issues.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate CNC machines, mills, and robots efficiently.

    + Perform tool and insert changes as required.

    + Follow written instructions and check parts for conformance to blueprints.

    + Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed.

    + Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

    + Perform basic maintenance on CNC machines.

    + Work from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets, setup cards, machine status boards, as well as verbal and written instructions.

    + Collaborate with supervisors, programmers, and support teams to resolve problems.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in CNC operation, including changing inserts, touching off tools, and making offsets.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    + Experience with horizontal lathe or mill setup.

    + Ability to use common shop measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

    + Experience with Okuma, Nakamura lathes or mills, and Fanuc Robodrills.

    + Experience with Universal and Fanuc robots.

    + Ability to work independently and efficiently.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy a competitive pay rate with a $4.50 second shift differential and weekly attendance bonuses. Benefit from overtime opportunities and weekly pay every Friday. Comprehensive insurance coverage includes BCBS PPO and HMO Medical Insurance, BCBS Life, AD/D, Short-Term Disability, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Secure your future with a 401K Retirement Savings Plan. Enjoy paid vacation and ten paid sick days annually.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in an extremely clean and well-maintained environment within a large three-floor facility. The company, a family-owned business operating for over 65 years, specializes in manufacturing faucets for schools and hospitals. As part of your role, you will work with various metals, primarily brass, and be trained in different finishes for various product lines. The work environment emphasizes cleanliness, with end-of-shift duties including cleaning your area.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Chicago,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    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.