Aerospace Horizontal Milling Machinist 3 — 2nd/3rd Shifts

Jonaco Machine, LLC; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Referral bonuses

Health plan (zero-premium)

Dental insurance (family)

401(k) match

PTO + holidays

Growth opportunities

Shift premiums

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Jonaco Machine, LLC in Minnesota is seeking experienced Horizontal Milling Machinists Level 3 for aerospace work. You will set up and run 3-,4-,5-axis CNC mills, read blueprints, and ensure tight tolerances with GD&T. The role offers a $5,000 hiring/retention bonus, competitive pay, and growth opportunities in a climate-controlled facility.

Join a top aerospace team with shift premiums, zero-premium health and dental plans, a 401(k) match, PTO, and regular recognition events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of horizontal milling experience in precision manufacturing (aerospace strongly preferred).
• Proven ability to independently set up and run complex jobs.
• Deep understanding of GD&T and tight tolerances.
• Confidence working with difficult aerospace materials.
• A mindset focused on speed, accuracy, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC horizontal mills (3-, 4-, & 5-axis).
• Edit G-code and optimize toolpaths for efficiency.
• Machine tight-tolerance aerospace components (aluminum, titanium, Inconel).
• Read and apply complex blueprints and GD&T with confidence.
• Own your setups, tool-life decisions, and part quality.
• Inspect your own work using precision measurement tools.
• Troubleshoot and fix problems fast and accurately.
• Keep machines running efficiently and production on track.

Skills

Horizontal milling experience

GD&T proficiency

Independent setup

Aerospace materials knowledge

Speed, accuracy, accountability

Job description

Jonaco Machine, LLC in Minnesota is seeking experienced Horizontal Milling Machinists Level 3 for aerospace work. You will set up and run 3-,4-,5-axis CNC mills, read blueprints, and ensure tight tolerances with GD&T. The role offers a $5,000 hiring/retention bonus, competitive pay, and growth opportunities in a climate-controlled facility.

Join a top aerospace team with shift premiums, zero-premium health and dental plans, a 401(k) match, PTO, and regular recognition events.