1st Or 2nd CNC Mill/ Lathe Machinist

Full‑Time | Aerospace & Medical | State‑of‑the‑Art Equipment | Career Growth

We’re hiring experienced CNC Swiss Machinists for 2nd Shift at a rapidly expanding, high‑precision machining shop serving the aerospace, medical, and defense industries. If you love tight tolerances, clean facilities, and brand‑new equipment—this is the perfect long‑term opportunity.

💼 Position: CNC Swiss Machinist (2nd Shift)

Shift: 2nd Shift Swiss (full‑time) / 1st shift Mill or Lathe Set up Machinist

Type: Long‑term, permanent opportunity

Industry: Aerospace, Medical, High‑Precision Machining

⏱ Schedule Options (2nd Shift)

• Consistent 1st or 2nd‑shift hours

• 4x10s OR 5x8s (your choice)

• Overtime available but never mandatory

• Weekend hours available for additional income (optional)

🏭 About the Opportunity

Join a shop that is heavily investing in new Swiss CNC technology and rapidly expanding due to demand. This role offers:

• Stable 2nd‑shift schedule

• High pay potential with room to grow

• Climate‑controlled machining environment

• Brand‑new Citizen / Star / Tsugami equipment

• Skilled team that values craftsmanship and precision

• Fast advancement into lead, programming, or high‑level tech roles

If you’re seeking a long‑term home where your skills matter, this is it.

🔧 What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate Swiss CNC machines (Citizen preferred; Star/Tsugami welcome)

• Load programs & set tooling

• Perform first‑piece verification

• Make offsets/adjustments to hold extremely tight tolerances

• Complete tool changes and wear compensation

• Troubleshoot minor machine issues

• Read/interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions

• Inspect parts using mics, calipers, indicators, comparators, etc.

• Maintain a clean, safe workstation

⭐ What We’re Looking For

• Hands‑on experience with Swiss CNC machines

• Strong ability to hold tight tolerances

• Knowledge of tooling, offsets, and Swiss‑style machining

• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, and use precision measurement tools

• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently

• Desire to grow with a quickly expanding company

💡 Bonus Skills (Not Required)

• G‑code / M‑code editing

• Experience with CAM (Mastercam, Esprit, etc.)

• Aerospace, medical, or high‑precision machining

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Consistent schedule & Hours

• Optional OT — plenty available but never forced

• State‑of‑the‑art equipment

• Clean, modern, climate‑controlled environment

• Fast‑growing company = quick advancement opportunities (Largest client with 3M)

• Employee focused & Driven

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

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $43.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lakeville,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.

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.