Cnc Programmer

Job Title: CNC Programmer | Weekly Pay | Contract to Hire

Job Description

This first-shift CNC Programmer role focuses on independently programming and setting up multiple Haas vertical mills using Fanuc controls in a smaller, clean, and organized job shop environment. You will work primarily on shorter production runs, handling multiple setups each week, and producing mostly aluminum parts with some steel components while operating with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Program Haas vertical mills using freehand programming on Fanuc controls for a variety of parts and projects.
• Set up and operate three different Haas vertical mills, ensuring accurate tooling, offsets, and workholding for each job.
• Manage multiple setups per day, typically up to three, and approximately six to eight setups per week in a job shop environment.
• Produce shorter runs of parts, usually ranging from 10 to 100 pieces, while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Work primarily with aluminum materials and occasionally with steel, selecting appropriate speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-direction and problem-solving skills.
• Inspect parts during and after machining to verify dimensions and tolerances, making adjustments as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following shop safety practices and equipment guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members as needed to coordinate workflow and meet production timelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve setup efficiency and machining processes in a job shop setting.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of CNC programming experience, including hands-on programming at the machine.
• CNC milling setup experience, including tooling selection, fixture setup, and offset adjustments.
• Proficiency with Fanuc controls and freehand programming on vertical milling machines.
• Experience operating Haas vertical mills or similar CNC milling equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and strong self-direction.
• Solid understanding of machining principles for aluminum and steel materials.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards on short-run production work.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a job shop environment with frequent changeovers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a job shop environment with frequent, varied setups.
• Comfort working on shorter production runs, typically 10–100 parts per job.
• Ability to manage multiple setups per day while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members when needed.

Why Work Here?

The company offers fully covered insurance premiums, providing a significant additional value to your overall compensation. You can take advantage of a 3% match on a 401k or IRA, supporting your long-term financial security. Paid time off increases annually, progressing from one week to two weeks and then to three weeks, supporting work-life balance over time. The culture is relaxed and supportive, with a laid-back leadership style and a close-knit team environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a smaller, clean, and organized job shop with approximately 15–20 team members. The shop primarily uses Haas vertical mills with Fanuc controls and focuses on shorter production runs of mostly aluminum parts with some steel work. The schedule is a first-shift position from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with overtime only rarely required and typically occurring on Fridays. The atmosphere is laid-back and collaborative, and the facility is located in a convenient area of St. Louis Park. Attire is typical for a machining job shop environment, suitable for working around CNC equipment and maintaining safety and cleanliness.

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

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.