CNC Mill Machinist

Aerotek; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401k

Health

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Aerotek in Maple Grove, MN is hiring a CNC Mill Machinist to set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling centers with Fanuc controls. You will work on short-run and prototype parts for analytical instrumentation, life sciences, aerospace, and medical sectors in a clean, ISO 9001 environment.

The role requires hands-on setup with Haas machines, blueprints, and GD&T, plus experience with precision metrology tools like micrometers and calipers.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience operating and setting up CNC 3- or 4-axis vertical mills in a shop environment.
• Proficient with Haas CNC vertical milling machines and Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T.
• Experience with precision measuring tools.
• Experience with short-run and prototype work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas, Matsuura, and Makino milling centers with Fanuc controls.
• Perform multiple complex setups daily in a fast-paced shop.
• Machine precision components for analytical instruments and other industries.
• Inspect parts with micrometers and calipers.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Skills

CNC milling

Haas machines

Fanuc controls

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Micrometers

Calipers

Setup multiple parts

Materials knowledge

Tooling/workholding

Tools

GibbsCAM

Mastercam

Mazak

Job description

CNC Mill Machinist

Job Description

This role involves setting up and operating CNC 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling centers with Fanuc controls to produce high-precision components for analytical instrumentation, life sciences, aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics applications. You will work in a clean, modern job shop environment on short-run and prototype parts, handling multiple complex setups each day across a wide range of materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas, Matsuura, and Makino CNC 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling centers equipped with Fanuc controls.
• Perform multiple complex setups each day in a fast-paced job shop environment.
• Machine precision components for analytical instrumentation, life sciences, aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics industries.
• Work primarily with aluminum, as well as various stainless steels, engineered plastics, titanium, molybdenum, and Hastelloy.
• Produce short-run parts, typically in quantities of fewer than 100 pieces, including prototype work.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers to inspect and verify machined parts.
• Set up tooling and workholding for vertical and horizontal milling operations.
• Adjust machine parameters and tooling to optimize machining performance and part quality.
• Collaborate with team members in the machine shop to troubleshoot machining issues and improve processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow shop safety and quality procedures in an ISO 9001 certified environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 recent years of experience operating and setting up CNC 3- or 4-axis vertical mills in a machine or job shop environment.
• Proficiency in setting up and operating Haas CNC vertical milling machines.
• Experience working with Fanuc controls on CNC milling centers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Solid understanding and practical application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple complex setups per day on CNC mills.
• Experience machining a variety of materials, including aluminum, stainless steels, engineered plastics, titanium, molybdenum, and Hastelloy.
• Strong general machining skills in a job shop or machine shop environment.
• Ability to set up machines, tooling, and workholding for milling operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with 4- and 5-axis milling work in a job shop environment.
• Any previous experience with GibbsCAM programming or editing.
• Familiarity with Mastercam or similar CAM software.
• Experience with both vertical and horizontal milling machines.
• Knowledge of tooling selection and optimization for various materials and operations.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified shop.
• Background using or setting up Mazak or other CNC machine brands is a plus.
• Comfort working on short-run and prototype machining projects.

Why Work Here?

The company is employee-owned, fostering a culture where people are truly invested in each other's success and in the long-term health of the business. Leadership actively supports skill development and puts significant time and effort into helping employees grow their capabilities. The environment is stable, collaborative, and supportive, and employees tend to build long-term careers here because they feel valued, trusted, and part of a team that takes pride in high-quality work.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, well-organized 90,000-square-foot job shop that is ISO 9001 certified. The shop runs multiple different parts each day and handles a mix of short-run production and prototype work, providing exposure to a wide variety of components and machining challenges. You will work with modern CNC equipment, including Haas, Matsuura, and Makino milling centers with Fanuc controls, alongside standard machine shop tools and precision measuring instruments. The environment emphasizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement, with a focus on high-precision work across diverse industries.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

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.

ESOP, 401k, Health, Dental, vision

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,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.