Cnc Mill Setup Machinist

Aerotek; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Mill Setup Machinist for a contract-to-hire role in Cleveland, OH. You will perform full CNC mill setups on Doosan and Mori Seiki with Fanuc controls, program at the control, and run 10–50 parts per order in a job shop environment to meet tight tolerances. The first shift runs 7:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m. You will inspect parts with micrometers and calipers, edit G and M codes, and contribute to continuous improvement in a clean, temperature-controlled facility that values

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full CNC mill setup experience.
• Experience with live edits and G/M code.
• Proficiency with Fanuc controls on milling machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Perform full CNC mill setups on Doosan and Mori Seiki with Fanuc controls.
• Program mills at the machine, including live tooling and offline programming at the control.
• Interpret prints to determine operations, tooling, and setup strategy.
• Edit G and M codes and verify code logic for accuracy.
• Set up and run job shop orders (10–50 parts per order).
• Measure parts with micrometers/calipers to verify tight tolerances (.002").
• Conduct in-process and final inspections and maintain calibration of tools.

Skills

CNC mill setup

G & M codes

Fanuc controls

Blueprint reading

Offline programming

Live tooling

Doosan & Mori Seiki

Tools

G-code editing

Mitsubishi controls

Job description

Job Title: CNC Mill Setup Machinist

Job Description

This role focuses on performing full CNC mill setups and production runs in a job shop environment using Doosan and Mori Seiki machines with Fanuc controls. You will receive prints, set up and program machines at the control, run short to medium production orders, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances through precise measurement and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform full CNC mill setups on Doosan and Mori Seiki machines using Fanuc controls.
• Program CNC mills at the machine, including live tooling operations and offline programming at the control.
• Interpret engineering prints and blueprints to determine machining operations, tooling requirements, and setup strategy.
• Edit and adjust G and M codes at the machine, understanding their function and impact on machining operations.
• Set up and run job shop style orders, typically ranging from 10 to 50 parts per order.
• Square up block material on mills and prepare raw stock for machining.
• Monitor machining operations to ensure tools are cutting correctly and perform tool changes and adjustments as needed.
• Read blueprints and adjust machine settings to achieve specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Measure parts using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other hand and power tools to verify quality.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspections, ensuring parts meet .002" tolerances and documented specifications.
• Assess existing programs, understand and verify code logic, and make necessary edits to improve performance or accuracy.
• Maintain responsibility for personal inspection tools, including micrometers and calipers, and ensure they remain calibrated and in good working condition.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting innovative ideas and process enhancements in machining and setup methods.

Essential Skills

• At least 3+ years of experience performing full CNC mill setups, including live edits and a solid understanding of G and M code.
• Hands-on experience setting up and running CNC mills in a job shop environment with short to medium production runs.
• Proficiency with Fanuc controls on CNC milling machines.
• Ability to square up block material on mills and prepare stock accurately.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including interpreting dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Ability to consistently work with .002" tolerances and maintain high precision in machining operations.
• Capability to perform own quality checks and inspections on parts produced.
• Ownership and proficient use of personal micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring tools.
• Experience editing and understanding G and M codes at the machine.
• Competence in using hand and power tools, gauges, and other standard machining and inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of CNC setup and programming fundamentals for milling operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with full offline programming at the machine control is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Mitsubishi controls is beneficial.
• Ability to set up and program CNC lathes in addition to mills is an advantage.
• quality inspection and machining in a job shop or similar manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with tight tolerances and precision machining processes.
• Understanding of tolerances, stamping, roll forming components, and die-related manufacturing is helpful but not required.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a very clean, temperature-controlled facility equipped with new, state-of-the-art machines and a modern, custom-built manufacturing environment. The organization invests heavily in advanced equipment and continuously improves processes to guarantee product quality and consistency. Employees are encouraged to innovate, share ideas, and maintain an inventive mindset, contributing to ongoing growth and expansion of product lines and capabilities.

Work Environment

This position operates on a first shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The facility features a brand-new, revamped back section with new machines and a modern building designed specifically for manufacturing. The work environment is very clean and temperature-controlled, providing comfortable conditions for precision machining. You will work with CNC mills (Doosan and Mori Seiki) using Fanuc controls, and may encounter Mitsubishi controls and CNC lathes. The operation emphasizes advanced equipment, updated processes, and a focus on quality, with a job shop style workload and short to medium production runs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CLEVELAND, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CLEVELAND,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.