CNC Operator

Company: Aerotek
Location: Hillside
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: CNC Machine Operator Job Description Set up and operate CNC turning and milling machines, including mills and lathes. Work primarily with Mori Siekis and Doosans. Utilize precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges. Daily use of blueprints is required. Responsibilities Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions. Visually inspect parts to ensure conformance with standards and customer requirements. Inspect tooling for wear and damage. Properly and safely operate equipment and record production daily. Operate one or more CNC machines daily while maintaining all quality safety requirements. Load and unload machines safely, record production daily, identify and isolate non-conforming products, and assist the team leader. Read and interpret basic technical drawings and blueprints. Assist the Set-Up Technician with basic setup and teardown. Maintain a near zero scrap throughout the run cycle. Make machine offset adjustments as needed. Essential Skills 2 years of CNC operating experience. Proficient in machine setup, blueprint reading, and CNC mills and lathes operation. Knowledge of G and M code, GD&T, and troubleshooting. Experience with machining, calipers, micrometers, and inspection. Familiarity with Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Mastercam, and Oku. Additional Skills & Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 30 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for 8 hours or more. Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and self-motivation. Ability to communicate and understand work instructions both verbally and in writing in English. Experience working in a machine shop environment. Why Work Here? Join an engaging work environment with opportunities for advancement. Benefit from tuition reimbursement, competitive pay with weekly payments, and annual raises after reviews. Enjoy comprehensive health insurance, a 401K match, and vacation/holiday benefits. This position offers the potential to advance to a Machinist 3 role. Work Environment Work in a large company with multiple buildings, but you'll be based in one building. The work area is set up in cells, so you will work on more than one machine at a time. The dress code includes jeans and a work shirt. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Hillside, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48860.00 - $58510.00/yr. An Engaging Work Environment Opportunities for Advancement Tuition Reimbursement Competitive Pay (we pay weekly!) Differentiating Factors of your company Opportunity for Advancement- This position will lead to a machinist 3 position. Pay Structure, Raises, Bonuses- They have raised once per year after reviews. Benefits Health Insurance 401K Match Vacation/Holiday Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hillside,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026. About Aerotek: 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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