CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Mill Machinist for a contract-to-hire role based in Utica, MI. The role involves programming, setting up, and operating CNC vertical milling machines in a prototype and small production environment, with roughly half the time spent programming and half on hands-on machining.

You will work with Saginaw 20 VMCs, MTI and Fanuc controllers, and Work NC software, reading blueprints and setting up tooling on VMCs and Bridgeport machines for prototype work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience.
• Hands-on experience with 3-axis vertical machining.
• Proven ability to write, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs for vertical machining centers.
• Experience setting up and running Saginaw vertical machining centers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

Responsibilities

• Program, edit, set up, and run CNC vertical machining centers, handling jobs from start to finish.
• Split time approximately 50/50 between programming and hands-on machining operations.
• Operate Saginaw 20 VMCs with MTI and Fanuc controllers.
• Use Work NC to create and modify CNC programs; adapt quickly from Mastercam.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate machining of parts.
• Set up workpieces, tooling, and fixtures on CNC vertical mills and manual Bridgeport machines.
• Operate manual Bridgeport mills with Acu-Rite controllers for prototype and small-run work.

Skills

Machining experience

3-axis milling

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Saginaw mills

Bridgeport setup

Tools

Saginaw VMC

Fanuc controllers

MTI controllers

Work NC

Mastercam

Bridgeport machine tools

Job description

Job Title: CNC Mill Machinist

Job Description

• This role focuses on programming, setting up, and operating CNC vertical milling machines in a prototype and small production environment

• You will work in a small, collaborative shop where you handle parts from start to finish, including programming, machining, and quality checks, while also assisting with general shop duties as needed

Job Responsibilities

• Program, edit, set up, and run CNC vertical machining centers, handling jobs from start to finish

• Split time approximately 50/50 between programming and hands‑on machining operations

• Operate Saginaw 20 Vertical Machining Centers with MTI and Fanuc controllers

• Use Work NC software to create and modify CNC programs; adapt quickly if coming from Mastercam experience

• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate machining of parts

• Set up workpieces, tooling, and fixtures on CNC vertical mills and manual Bridgeport machines

• Operate manual Bridgeport mills equipped with Acu-Rite controllers for prototype and small‑run work

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience

• Hands‑on experience with 3‑axis vertical machining

• Proven ability to write, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs for vertical machining centers

• Experience setting up and running Saginaw vertical machining centers

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately

• Proficiency in setting up, programming, and running CNC vertical mills

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Utica, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/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 Utica,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.