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Job Title:** **CNC Machinist / CNC Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a CNC Machinist to join our team. The CNC Operator is responsible for performing all aspects of production machining required to produce quality products at an acceptable level of efficiency.

Responsibilities:

+ Operate and maintain vertical and horizontal CNC lathes and machining centers (primarily Okuma machines).

+ Work from blueprints to produce precision parts.

+ Maintain tools and gaging provided, ensuring proper care and maintenance.

+ Achieve a minimum of 80% production efficiency.

+ Ensure all material meets or exceeds quality requirements.

+ Maintain machine cleanliness and complete production control charts daily.

+ Support compliance with all quality policies and procedures.

Required Skills:

+ CNC machining (mills and lathes)

+ Machine setup and troubleshooting

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints

+ Use of precise measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)Comprehensive Benefits:

+ Full coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield for peace of mind.

+ Financial Rewards: Profit sharing and annual raises to recognize your contributions. The Platteville location maxed this out at $2,000 last year

+ Work-Life Balance: Enjoy first-shift hours—your evenings are yours.

+ Career Growth

+ Security: Stable position with weekly pay for consistent income.

+ Stable work: Booked solid with orders through the end of 2026

+ 10% Shift Premium for nights

+ Smaller CNC shop of about 30 employees between two shifts.

+ 1st Shift: 5 am - 3:30 pm, Mon-Thurs. Possible Friday as needed

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.50/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 Dubuque,IA.

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.