Cnc Mill Machinist

Aerotek; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a 5-axis CNC Mill Machinist to set up and operate high-precision 5-axis mills in an aerospace-focused environment. You will run long production jobs, verify part quality with precision tools, and maintain tight tolerances.

Expected first-shift hours and a contract-to-hire path provide stability within a family-owned, precision-driven shop. Responsibilities include frequent setups, tooling changes, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining documenting history

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC milling experience on 4- or 5-axis machines.
• Experience setting up CNC mill machinery, including 5-axis mills.
• Ability to perform tooling changes and machine changeovers efficiently.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Hold tolerances to +/-0.001" and +/-0.002" when required.
• Use precision measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a 5-axis CNC mill and perform ~23 machine setups per week.
• Review daily work instructions and production schedules.
• Configure machines, load tooling, fixtures, and verify offsets.
• Perform tooling changes and maintain efficient machining operations.
• Run production parts, monitor performance, and adjust for dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
• Complete history cards and production documentation for each job.
• Inspect parts with micrometers and calipers to verify tolerances.
• Read blueprints to determine machining requirements and quality standards.
• Use vertical mills and Haas-style equipment as needed.
• Identify issues with tooling, programs, or equipment impacting quality or throughput.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

2+ years CNC milling

4- or 5-axis CNC

read blueprints

tight tolerances ±0.001

precision measuring tools

Haas or similar controls

setup and changeovers

machining conventions

Tools

Haas controls

Job description

Job Title: 5-Axis CNC Mill Machinist Job Description

This role involves setting up and operating a 5-axis CNC mill in a precision machining environment that supports the aerospace industry. You will perform regular setups, run longer production jobs, and verify part quality using precision measuring tools to ensure tight tolerances are consistently maintained.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a 5-axis CNC mill, including performing 23 machine setups per week depending on production needs.
• Review daily work instructions and production schedules to determine the parts and programs to run.
• Configure machines for each job, including loading and securing tooling, fixtures, and workpieces, and verifying correct offsets and parameters.
• Perform tooling changes as required during setup and production to maintain efficient machining operations.
• Run production parts, monitor machine performance, and make appropriate adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
• Complete history cards and production documentation for each job, recording relevant measurements, inspection results, and process details.
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments to ensure tolerances are maintained, including holding dimensional accuracy to +/- 0.001" and +/- 0.002" where specified.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to determine machining requirements and quality standards.
• Use vertical mills and related machining equipment as needed to support production requirements.
• Identify and communicate any issues with tooling, programs, or equipment that may impact quality or throughput.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Repeat setup and production processes as jobs are completed, supporting longer run times and continuous production as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of CNC milling experience with 4- or 5-axis machines.
• Proven experience setting up CNC mill machinery, including 5-axis mills.
• Ability to perform tooling changes and machine changeovers efficiently.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to hold dimensional accuracy of +/- 0.001" and maintain tolerances to +/- 0.002" as required.
• Proficiency using precision quality instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Hands-on experience with CNC vertical mills and multi-axis milling operations.
• Familiarity with Haas or similar CNC milling equipment and controls.
• Solid understanding of machining processes, including milling operations and best practices for quality and efficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in the aerospace industry or machining aerospace components.
• Background in a smaller machine shop environment with exposure to high-mix, precision work.
• Comfort working with history cards, production documentation, and basic quality records.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, precise components.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following detailed work instructions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a family-owned organization that values a close-knit, supportive culture and takes pride in precision craftsmanship. The environment offers the stability and care of a smaller shop while providing exposure to aerospace work and advanced multi-axis machining. You can expect a consistent first-shift schedule, a clean and well-maintained facility, and the opportunity to deepen your skills on modern CNC equipment in a climate-controlled setting.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled machine shop that produces precision parts for the aerospace industry. The shop is smaller in scale, offering a focused and collaborative atmosphere with modern CNC and vertical milling equipment, including 5-axis mills and Haas-style machines. The role follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing predictable daytime hours. Personal protective equipment requirements are minimal, with safety glasses as the primary requirement, and the facility emphasizes safety, organization, and a professional machining environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mishawaka, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mishawaka, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mishawaka,IN.

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.