Apprentice CNC Operator

Apprentice CNC Operator / CNC Machinist

1st & 2nd Shift Available

$20–$28/hr DOE | Higher‑Level Machinist Roles Available

ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Location: Roseville

Build a machining career, not just a job.

A growing, employee‑owned manufacturer is hiring Apprentice CNC Operators and CNC Machinists for 1st and 2nd shift. Whether you’re a trade school graduate or a CNC operator with a few years of experience, this is a strong opportunity to develop your skills, work with modern equipment, and advance into setup, programming, or toolmaking.

You’ll work in a clean, climate‑controlled shop alongside experienced machinists who are invested in training, mentorship, and long‑term success.

What You’ll Do

• Operate CNC mills and lathes on precision metal components
• Learn and perform basic tool changes, offsets, and G/M‑code edits
• Conduct in‑process inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and CMMs
• Read and work from blueprints, setup sheets, and technical documentation
• Hold tight tolerances and maintain high-quality standards
• Troubleshoot machining issues and continuously improve process knowledge
• Grow into setup, advanced machining, or programming responsibilities over time

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of CNC machining experience or machining trade school education
• Experience with CNC mills or lathes (production machining preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and perform basic dimensional inspection
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in advancing as a machinist
• Basic understanding of GD&T and G/M‑codes (ongoing training provided)
• Reliable, detail‑oriented team players who want long‑term growth

Why Machinists Choose This Shop

• $20–$28/hr DOE, with opportunities to move into higher‑paying machinist roles
• Shift differentials for 2nd shift
• Employee Ownership Program – average value $22,000 after 5 years
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Family medical coverage under $200/month
• Consistent overtime opportunities
• Clear advancement paths into setup, programming, or toolmaking

Shop & Equipment

• Clean, organized, climate‑controlled facility
• Modern CNC mills, lathes, turning centers, and Fanuc Robodrills
• Safety‑focused, supportive team culture
• Strong emphasis on training, mentorship, and skill development

This is a Permanent position based out of Roseville, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Roseville,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 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.