Cnc Mill Machinist

Job Title: CNC Milling Machinist

Job Description

This position is for an experienced CNC Milling Machinist who operates a variety of CNC milling machines with FANUC controls in a high‑volume production environment. You will machine large, high‑value castings and forgings into precision components that meet strict quality, dimensional, and customer specifications while supporting efficient, safe, and organized shop operations across multiple machines and jobs.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, work instructions, and specifications to produce precision components to exact requirements.
• Perform complex and progressive CNC milling operations on a wide variety of large parts and complex components to close tolerances and specified surface finishes.
• Operate CNC milling machines using FANUC controls in a production shop environment, maintaining consistent quality and throughput.
• Perform basic setups and adjustments for multiple jobs, including loading programs, setting tools, and establishing work offsets as required.
• Run and monitor more than one machine when appropriate to support production efficiency and throughput goals.
• Inspect finished parts using appropriate measuring tools and techniques to verify conformance to quality, dimensional, and cosmetic requirements.
• Identify and correct minor machining issues, making necessary adjustments to tooling, offsets, and machine parameters within defined limits.
• Support changeovers between jobs, including cleaning, retooling, and reconfiguring machines to meet new part requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards and housekeeping expectations.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe material handling practices.
• Assist with general production needs and other machining or shop tasks as assigned to support overall workflow and on‑time delivery.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and leadership regarding part issues, quality concerns, and improvement opportunities.
• Work scheduled shifts and be willing to work overtime, including some weekends, to meet production demands when needed.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and write English and understand written work instructions and blueprints.
• Preferred five or more years of combined formal training and machining experience or equivalent experience in CNC machining.
• Broad knowledge of machining techniques and proven familiarity with CNC machine tool operating procedures.
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC milling machines, preferably with FANUC controls, in a production environment.
• Strong blueprint reading ability, including understanding of dimensions, tolerances, and geometric features.
• Ability to apply recognized tooling, cutting parameters, and machining procedures to hold tight tolerances and achieve specified finishes.
• Basic computer skills to navigate machine controls, input data, and follow digital work instructions.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Ability to consistently lift and move objects up to 50 pounds, with the capability to handle heavier items as necessary.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to following safety rules, quality standards, and standard operating procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal technical or vocational training in machining, CNC operation, or manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience working with large parts, castings, and forgings in a heavy machining or job‑shop environment.
• Familiarity with vertical and horizontal milling machines, including large‑format equipment.
• Experience performing multiple setups and running more than one CNC machine simultaneously.
• Strong problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot machining issues and suggest process improvements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating effectively within a team.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality, with flexibility to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new machines, tooling, and processes as the shop evolves.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing operation that invests in its people from day one with immediate medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with free short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance. You benefit from a hire‑on bonus, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, plus an employee assistance program and tuition assistance to support your long‑term growth. The company shares success through gain‑sharing bonuses and offers weekly paychecks and a 10% second‑shift differential. You work in a clean, safe facility that values recognition and appreciation, including quarterly food events such as food trucks and ice cream, creating a positive and supportive work culture.

Work Environment

The role is based in a well‑organized, clean, and safe manufacturing facility equipped with more than 61 machines dedicated to large‑scale machining. The shop runs approximately 25% vertical mills and 75% horizontal mills, including Toyoda, Makino, Niigata, OKK, Matsura, and bore mills, and focuses on machining very large pieces and parts. You work around CNC milling machines with FANUC controls and handle large castings and forgings in a production environment. Standard shift options include a first shift from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional overtime starting at 5:00 AM when needed, and a second shift from 4:20 PM to 2:50 AM with a 10% shift differential. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with overtime available after 40 hours, double time on Sundays, and 5–7 hours of weekend work that can extend to 10–12 hours for those who want additional hours. The facility emphasizes safety, organization, and cleanliness, providing a structured environment where machinists can focus on quality work using modern equipment and established processes.

This is a Permanent position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

*We offer immediate health benefits (1st Day of Employment): medical, dental and vision insurance*FREE short term and long-term disability and life insurance starting from 1st day of employment*Hire on Bonus*401k with company match*Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays*Employee assistance program*Tuition assistance*Gain sharing bonuses*Clean, and safe manufacturing facility*Weekly paychecks*10% 2nd Shift differential (in addition to hourly rate)*Quarterly Food/Treats (Food Truck, Ice Cream, etc.)

This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.