Cnc Machinist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Wood Dale
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description We are seeking a skilled CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist to join our team. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints, editing and understanding programming, adjusting speeds and feeds, setting up machines with appropriate fixtures and jigs, and ensuring parts meet exact specifications. The ideal candidate will be adept at planning machining operations, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances, and performing basic machining math. Responsibilities Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and drawings, including symbols, welding symbols, material type, and material shape. Plan machining operations by studying work orders, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and machining parameters. Perform basic machining math, including fractional/decimal conversion, basic trigonometry, and calculating dimensions and tolerances. Properly set up and operate CNC Lathe and machine parts/components to required specifications. Utilize machining tools such as high-speed drills, carbide drills, high-speed taps, roll forming taps, and reaming. Edit and program Mill utilizing HAAS Controller. Plan and perform a wide variety of diversified close tolerance Mill operations. Essential Skills At least 3 to 5 years of experience working with a CNC Lathe and setting up. Experience with short production runs, multiple set-ups, and changeovers per day. Ability to read blueprints and/or programming with HAAS Controller. Experience with conversational programming and/or G-Code. Additional Skills & Qualifications Trade School education preferred but not required. Experience with CNC Lathe/Mill Experience (Haas controlled), Fanuc, Okuma. Proficiency in tooling, milling, and programming using Mastercam and Solidworks. Familiarity with Gd&t, CAD/CAM, and G&M codes. Why Work Here? Join a company committed to investing in its employees through development and promoting from within. Enjoy working in a brand-new facility with state-of-the-art features. Benefit from competitive health insurance plans through CIGNA, a 401K match up to 4%, and generous PTO accumulation. Experience consistent growth and career advancement opportunities within a supportive work environment. Work Environment The company occupies a brand-new, state-of-the-art 256,000 square foot facility that houses all departments under one roof. With 230 employees, the environment fosters collaboration and innovation. Consistent overtime is offered, with opportunities to work between 50 and 60 hours as needed. The facility ensures a modern and comfortable working environment, with a focus on employee satisfaction and performance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wood Dale, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Wood Dale,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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