CNC Machinist — Mastercam Pro in Small Team, Overtime

Aerotek; Iowa; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Machinist in Cedar Rapids, IA, to operate and set up CNC mills and lathes for precision parts. You will write and edit CNC programs, manage frequent short-run changeovers, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances while performing basic machine maintenance.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with a small team in a union shop environment. This is a fully onsite role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC machines.
• Experience writing and editing CNC programs, preferably Mastercam.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in machining and programming.
• Capability to maintain tight tolerances of +/- .005 on machined parts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC mill and lathe machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
• Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam to support production needs.
• Handle an average of 2 to 5 changeovers per day, efficiently managing short-run production.
• Maintain tolerances of +/- .005 to ensure high-quality, accurate components.
• Perform basic maintenance on CNC machines to keep equipment in good working condition.
• Monitor and maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, knurling, and thread‑chasing operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine machining requirements and setup parameters.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to minimize downtime and improve process reliability.
• Collaborate with a small team while also working independently to meet production goals.
• Follow all safety procedures and shop guidelines in a unionized manufacturing environment.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC milling

Blueprint reading

Tolerance control

Changeovers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Machinist in Cedar Rapids, IA, to operate and set up CNC mills and lathes for precision parts. You will write and edit CNC programs, manage frequent short-run changeovers, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances while performing basic machine maintenance.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with a small team in a union shop environment. This is a fully onsite role with competitive benefits.