CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid benefits

Paid lunch

PTO and vacation

Job summary

Aerotek in Germantown, WI is seeking a CNC Mill and Lathe Operator / Setup Technician to run mills and lathes, perform basic setups, and manage tooling changes for precision parts. You will handle material movement, support shipping/receiving, and maintain accurate inventory records on a first shift in a climate-controlled, fully onsite shop.

The role requires experience with Mazak, Doosan, and Haas machines, plus proficiency in Excel and documentation systems.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills and lathes with Mazak, Doosan, and Haas.
• Proficient in basic CNC setups, fixture loading, tool loading, and program selection.
• Ability to perform tool changes and adjust offsets to maintain part quality.
• Experience producing precision parts for industrial machinery or similar components.
• Familiar with shipping/receiving, inventory control, and material handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and lathes to produce parts for industrial machinery.
• Perform basic setups, load programs, and prepare workholding as needed.
• Execute tooling changeovers and adjust offsets for quality parts.
• Monitor operations, inspect parts, and maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Handle material movement and stage finished parts for the next process.
• Assist shipping/receiving and organize incoming/outgoing materials.
• Maintain inventory records and update documentation systems.
• Use Excel to track production, inventory, and process information.
• Follow SOPs and safety guidelines around CNC equipment, cranes, and handling tools.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and shop-compliant.

Skills

CNC operation

Mazak/Doosan/Haas

CNC setups

Tool changes

Quality inspection

Inventory control

Excel skills

Safety compliance

Material handling

Tools

Mazak machines

Doosan machines

Haas machines

Overhead cranes

Cherry pickers

Job description

Job Title: CNC Mill and Lathe Operator / Setup Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on operating and performing basic setups on CNC mills and lathes to produce precision parts for industrial machinery. You will work with a variety of CNC equipment, handle tooling changeovers and offsets, and support material handling, shipping, and receiving activities while maintaining accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and lathes, including equipment such as Mazak, Doosan, and Haas machines, to produce parts for industrial machinery.
• Perform basic machine setups on mills and lathes, including loading programs, setting tools, and preparing workholding as needed.
• Perform tooling changeovers and adjust offsets to ensure parts meet specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor machine operations, inspect parts, and make necessary adjustments to maintain consistent quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Handle material movement, including loading raw material into machines and staging finished parts for the next process.
• Support shipping and receiving activities by organizing incoming materials and preparing outgoing parts or products.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and update documentation systems to reflect material usage and finished goods.
• Use Microsoft Excel and related documentation tools to track production, inventory, and process information.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines while working with CNC equipment, overhead cranes, and material handling tools.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with shop standards.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills and lathes, including Mazak, Doosan, and Haas machines.
• Proficiency with CNC machine setups, including basic fixture setup, tool loading, and program selection.
• Ability to perform tool changes and adjust machine offsets to maintain part quality.
• Experience creating or producing parts for industrial machinery or similar precision components.
• Working knowledge of shipping and receiving processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory control and material handling in a shop or warehouse setting.
• Ability to use documentation systems to record production and inventory information.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel for tracking data and updating records.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions and shop procedures.
• Ability to work safely around CNC equipment, cranes, and material handling devices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a variety of CNC machine brands, especially Mazak, Doosan, and Haas.
• Familiarity with overhead cranes and cherry pickers for moving materials and parts.
• Previous experience in a family-owned or small-to-medium manufacturing shop environment.
• Comfort working in a climate-controlled or well-maintained shop setting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks such as operation, setup, and material handling.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, long-tenured team in a family-owned shop that values its employees and invests in their well-being. Enjoy 100% paid benefits, paid lunch, and generous PTO and vacation, all within an environment that supports growth and long-term career development. The teams average tenure of over 15 years reflects a culture of loyalty, respect, and opportunity.

Work Environment

This position is based in a climate-controlled shop environment on a first-shift schedule, typically 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The facility uses CNC mills and lathes from manufacturers such as Mazak, Doosan, and Haas, along with overhead cranes and cherry pickers for material handling. The workspace emphasizes safety, organization, and comfort, providing a clean and well-maintained production floor suitable for focused, hands-on machining work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Germantown, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $40.00/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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

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.