Cnc Mill Machinist

Job Title: CNC Milling Machinist

Job Description

This role is ideal for an experienced CNC milling machinist who enjoys working with large, high‑value castings and forgings in a fast‑paced production environment. You will operate a variety of CNC milling machines with FANUC controls to produce precision components that meet strict quality and customer specifications. The position offers primarily second‑shift opportunities with overtime potential, strong benefits from day one, and a clean, well‑organized manufacturing facility equipped with a wide range of advanced machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of CNC milling machines using FANUC controls to machine large castings and forgings into precision components.
• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, work instructions, and specifications to ensure accurate machining and setup.
• Perform complex and progressive CNC milling operations on a wide range of parts and components to close tolerances and specified surface finishes.
• Complete basic machine setups and adjustments for multiple jobs, including tooling changes and offsets, to support efficient production.
• Run and monitor more than one machine when required to meet production goals and optimize throughput.
• Inspect finished parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify conformance to dimensional, quality, and customer requirements.
• Identify and correct basic machining issues, making necessary adjustments to maintain part quality and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety standards and housekeeping expectations.
• Support production needs by assisting with changeovers, machine change‑outs, and other tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow all shop floor procedures, including documentation, basic computer entries, and communication with team members and supervisors regarding job status and issues.
• Consistently handle and move materials and components, including lifting items up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavier, using proper lifting techniques and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and write English to understand work instructions, blueprints, and safety information.
• Preferred five or more years of combined formal training and experience in machining or CNC milling, or equivalent experience.
• Broad knowledge of machining techniques and strong familiarity with CNC machine tool operating procedures.
• Hands‑on experience performing CNC milling operations to close tolerances and specified finishes on a variety of parts.
• Ability to apply recognized tooling, cutting parameters, and machining procedures to maintain tight tolerances.
• Proficient blueprint reading skills to interpret dimensions, tolerances, and geometric requirements.
• Basic computer skills to navigate shop‑floor systems and complete required documentation.
• Ability to consistently lift and move objects up to 50 pounds, with the capability to handle heavier weights when necessary.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC milling machines equipped with FANUC controls in a production shop environment.
• Experience working with large castings and forgings and machining them into precision components.
• Experience running both vertical and horizontal CNC milling machines.
• Comfort working in a high‑mix, high‑precision environment with multiple setups and part numbers.
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset, with the ability to identify nonconforming parts and take corrective action.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating effectively within a team.
• Willingness to work second shift and overtime, including occasional weekends, based on production needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that invests in its people and provides comprehensive benefits from your first day of employment. The company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance immediately, along with free short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance. You can take advantage of a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, as well as tuition assistance to support your ongoing development. The organization rewards performance through gain sharing bonuses and a hire‑on bonus, and it recognizes second‑shift team members with a 10% shift differential. You will be paid weekly and enjoy periodic treats such as food trucks and ice cream, all within a clean, safe, and well‑maintained manufacturing facility supported by an employee assistance program.

Work Environment

You will work in a well‑organized, clean, and safe manufacturing facility that houses more than 61 machines, including Toyoda, Makino, Niigata, OKK, Matsura, and bore mills. Approximately 25% of the equipment consists of vertical mills and 75% are horizontal mills, and you will primarily work with large pieces and parts. The shop operates multiple CNC milling machines with FANUC controls in a production environment focused on precision and quality. Standard schedules include a first shift from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM and a second shift from 4:20 PM to 2:50 AM, Monday through Friday, with a 10% differential for second shift. Overtime is available after 40 hours, with double time on Sundays, and weekend work typically ranges from 5 to 7 hours, with the option to work up to 10–12 hours if desired. When first shift works overtime, the start time may move earlier to 5:00 AM. The facility promotes safe work practices, organized work areas, and the use of appropriate tools and equipment to handle large components.

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 May 15, 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.