CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Chaska, MN is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathes and Haas mills, perform tooling changes, read blueprints, and inspect parts with precision tools.

You will complete production and quality documentation on iPads, maintain high standards for quality and safety, and contribute to a team-driven environment with opportunities for advancement in a contract-to-hire, onsite role.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of CNC machining experience for mills or lathes.
• CNC setup experience including tooling changes.
• Ability to read blueprints and hold tight tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Basic CNC program editing experience preferred.
• Comfortable machining aluminum and steel components.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and Haas mills
• Perform tooling changes and machine setups
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring tools
• Make minor CNC program adjustments as needed
• Complete production and quality documentation using iPads
• Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and productivity

Skills

CNC machining

CNC setup

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring tools

CNC programming editing

Aluminum & steel machining

Job description

What You'll Do

Set up and operate CNC lathes and Haas mills

Perform tooling changes and machine setups

Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring tools

Make minor CNC program adjustments as needed

Complete production and quality documentation using iPads

Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and productivity

What We're Looking For

At least 1 year of CNC machining experience (mills and/or lathes)

CNC setup experience including tooling changes

Ability to read blueprints and hold tight tolerances

Experience using precision measuring instruments

Basic CNC program editing experience preferred

Comfortable machining aluminum and steel components

Why You'll Love Working Here

Clean, climate-controlled machine shop

Modern Haas mills and multi-axis lathes

Strong opportunities for advancement and promotion

Pay increases upon direct hire

Team-oriented culture focused on quality and continuous improvement

Stable company with long-term career opportunities

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.