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CNC Mill Machinist

Job Description

Join our team as a Machinist and play a vital role in our Mill department, utilizing cutting-edge CNC machines and contributing to the production of high-quality parts. With a focus on precision and efficiency, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and overseeing multiple machines, ensuring that all quality standards are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

+ Check work instruction, material type, and size to ensure accurate job set-up.

+ Receive, load, modify, edit, and adjust CNC Programs for optimal production and efficiency.

+ Multi-task and set-up, run, or oversee multiple machines to maximize efficiency.

+ Manufacture or select appropriate tooling and fixtures needed to complete a job.

+ Run production including secondary operations within routed timeframes on various machinery.

+ Visually inspect production for surface finish, burrs, scratches, rust, and other defects.

+ Own product quality, checking products against blueprints or drawings using measuring equipment.

+ Count, mark, and pack parts as needed.

+ Perform mechanical tasks such as loading and unloading of vises, fixtures, and parts.

+ Return all tools to the Tool crib and measuring equipment to the Quality Department.

+ Communicate instructions and oversee jobs run by lower-skilled personnel as needed.

+ Keep work area neat and orderly.

+ Complete Operations Sheet and other appropriate documents neatly and accurately.

+ Effectively use Real-Time Data Collection for working hours and logging into and out of production.

+ Work with Lead or Engineering to ensure accurate set-up and run estimated times.

+ Comply with company and machine safety policies and procedures.

+ Work in accordance with company Work Instructions, Policies and Procedures, including safety and quality systems.

+ Communicate production information such as quality issues and scrap rates to appropriate personnel.

+ Participate in activities to increase personal skill level and overall departmental processes.

+ Follow all written and oral instructions and resolve day-to-day issues by working effectively with others.

+ Accept and complete other duties required to meet company needs as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ Expert technical ability to set-up and run secondary operations, including drill press, deburring, and polishing.

+ Ability to load, unload tools, and enter offsets as necessary.

+ Expert technical ability to read, modify, and edit programs.

+ Expert ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints and customer specifications.

+ Strong ability to use and interpret appropriate calibrated metrology devices for piece part inspection.

+ Distinguish different raw materials (e.g., Stainless Steel vs. Cold Rolled Steel).

+ Understand machining properties of various raw materials (e.g., 303SST vs. 304SST).

+ Maintain a working knowledge of appropriate mathematical skills, including basic trigonometry.

+ Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

+ Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ OSHA-required training in Lock-out / Tag-out, Hazard Communication, PPE, and Emergency Evacuation.

+ In-house training on all assigned machinery and equipment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive and growth-oriented environment with strong PTO and benefits packages. Embrace opportunities for internal promotion and advancement within the company. Join a team with an average tenure of 15-30 years, reflecting a stable and loyal workforce.

Work Environment

The standard 1st shift is from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, though currently extending to 9-hour shifts. Expect to work 50 hours a week when fully trained. Work in a smaller shop setting with 22 workers on the first shift, utilizing six brand new CNC machines. This is a Job Shop environment, focusing on low quantity runs averaging 20-100 pieces.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Insurance is mostly paid for by M&R, but there are employee contributions also. We have 4 Aetna medical plans to choose from, 2 MetLife dental plans to choose from, vision, life and 401k. Medical prices range from as low as $31 contribution, all the way up to $350, depending on the selections. Dental range is from as low as $12 to $69, and Vision ranges from $3.50 to $12.50.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 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.