Cnc Setup Machinist

Job Title: CNC Setup Machinist

Job Description

Operate a variety of CNC machining centers and turning centers with precision and efficiency. Work with tight tolerances on parts and verify accuracy using gauges, calipers, and micrometers. Position, align, and secure workpieces, potentially using locating fixtures. Select and prepare tools to accommodate varying conditions and materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining and turning centers.
• Achieve and maintain tight tolerances on parts.
• Check own work using gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
• Position, align, and secure workpieces.
• Select and prepare tools for varying conditions and materials.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in CNC operations with setup expertise.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CNC Vertical, CNC Horizontal, and CNC Turning centers.
• Familiarity with brands such as Mazak, Makino, Puma, Hyundai Kia/Wia, and Haas.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company where the owners are frequently present on the shop floor. Benefit from working with cutting-edge technology as the company regularly invests in new machines, having purchased two last year alone.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic machine shop environment with the option of 2nd shift or 1st shift. Embrace the opportunity to work with advanced machining technology in a supportive and collaborative setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sussex, WI.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Sussex,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 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.