• CNC Machinist (Entry Level)

    Aerotek (Minneapolis, MN)


    Job Title: CNC Machinist

    Job Description

    As a CNC Machinist, you will operate Haas VF2, VF3, VF4, and VF11 machines, running parts and secondary operations on stamped and bent parts. You will inspect machined parts using basic quality tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges. You will also read blueprints to perform quality checks on machine and fabricated parts, and handle general quality documentation and paperwork.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate Haas VF2, VF3, VF4, and VF11 machines.

    + Perform secondary operations on stamped and bent parts.

    + Inspect machined parts using basic quality tools including micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges.

    + Read blueprints to execute quality checks.

    + Handle general quality documentation and paperwork.

    + Work in compliance with ISO 2001 – 2008/AS9100 standards.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of recent experience as a quality inspector in a sheet metal fabrication environment.

    + Experience working in an ISO regulated shop.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    + G&M Code knowledge.

    + 2+ years of CNC Mill experience and/or a Technical Degree.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Previous sheet metal experience.

    + Previous job shop experience.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This position offers a competitive pay structure and the chance to join a union after 90 days. You will work in a clean and modern fab shop equipped with brand new, high-tech Trumpf machines. The company supports continuous skill development by sending employees to programs and schools. This role offers significant career progression opportunities, as the current Quality Manager is expected to transition to the VP of Operations within the next 3-5 years.

     

    Work Environment

     

    You will work in a medium-sized room adjacent to the manufacturing floor with your own desk in the department. The first shift runs from 6:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, and from 6:30 am to 12:30 pm on Fridays. Additional hours are common after shifts, on Friday afternoons, and sometimes on Saturdays.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 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.