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Job Title: CNC MachinistJob DescriptionThis role involves operating and setting up CNC multi-axis lathes and Haas mills to produce high-quality components, primarily in aluminum and steel. You will perform frequent setups, inspect your own work using precision measuring tools, complete documentation on iPads, and make minor program edits. The position offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and exposure to both short-run and long-run production work.
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC multi-axis lathes and Haas mills to machine aluminum and steel components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Perform machine setups, including installing and changing tooling, and preparing equipment for production runs.
- Complete 23 machine setups per week, supporting both short runs (810 parts) and long runs that may run continuously for 34 days.
- Inspect your own parts using dial micrometers, digital calipers, height gauges, and other precision measurement tools to ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Perform minor program editing on CNC equipment as needed to optimize machining operations and maintain part quality.
- Use iPads to complete production and inspection documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine machining requirements.
- Work safely in a machine shop environment, following all safety guidelines and wearing required attire.
- Collaborate with team members in a small machine shop setting to support production goals and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Essential Skills
- At least 1 year of recent experience machining with CNC mills or CNC lathes.
- Ability to set up CNC machines with proper tooling and perform tool changes.
- Experience operating CNC mills or lathes in a production environment.
- Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments for part inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Capability to perform minor program edits on CNC machines.
- Comfort working with aluminum and steel materials.
- Basic familiarity with using digital devices such as iPads for documentation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes is a strong plus.
- Experience with Haas CNC mills is a strong plus.
- Prior experience performing CNC setups beyond basic operation is highly valued.
- Background as a CNC machinist at either setup or operator level.
- Experience in a clean, organized, production-oriented machine shop environment.
Why Work Here?You join a clean, climate-controlled machine shop that values internal growth and promotion. The environment supports long-term development, with clear opportunities to advance and increase your responsibilities. Once hired on, you receive a raise, and weekend and second shift schedules include a 25% shift differential. The culture emphasizes organization, quality, and teamwork, offering a stable setting where your skills and contributions are recognized. Work EnvironmentYou work in a dedicated machine shop area with approximately 1012 colleagues, within a larger facility of around 100 employees. The shop is clean, well-lit, climate-controlled, and organized, focused on producing electronic and mechanical drive technology and control systems. CNC operations are performed on multi-axis lathes and Haas mills, primarily machining aluminum and steel. Pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Shift options include: 1st shift from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 2nd shift from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with a 25% differential and training initially on 1st shift; and a weekend shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday, working 36 hours and paid for 40 hours with a 25% differential. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Shakopee,MN.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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