Entry Level CNC Machine Operator Trainee

Aerotek; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek in Peoria, IL is seeking an entry level CNC Machine Operator Trainee for 1st or 2nd shift on a contract-to-hire basis. You will train on CNC mills and lathes, learn to read blueprints, and perform quality checks using precision tools.

This onsite role offers the opportunity to advance within manufacturing and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have basic mechanical aptitude, a teamwork mindset, and a willingness to learn new skills as you grow with the

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to measure parts with tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Perform quality inspections using precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture parts.
• Load and unload parts from machine.
• Perform quality inspections on parts using precision measuring tools.
• Grind or clean off finished parts.

Skills

Machine Operating Experience

Manufacturing Experience

Mechanical Aptitude

Job description

Job Title: Entry Level CNC Machine Operator Trainee- 1st or 2nd shift

Weekly pay

Job Description

Candidates will be responsible for training on CNC equipment such as mills and lathes, read and understand company blueprints, measure parts using tape measures, calipers, and micrometers, and assemble products using pneumatic and manual tools. Interested in career in manufacturing?

Job Duties

• Operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture parts
• Load and unload parts from machine
• Perform quality inspections on parts using precision measuring tools
• Grind or clean off finished parts

Hard Skills

• Machine Operating Experience
• Manufacturing or Mechanical experience
• Mechanical aptitude

Soft Skills

• Team oriented
• Open and receptive to learning new skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 & 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Peoria,IL.

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.

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.