Mill Machinist

Aerotek; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Climate controlled facility

Job summary

Aerotek in Irving, TX is seeking a CNC Mill Machinist for a permanent, onsite role. You will operate and set up CNC mills, read blueprints, and ensure precise productions for aerospace/defense components. The role includes first and second shifts in a climate-controlled facility.

Ideal candidates have extensive CNC milling experience, strong accuracy, and teamwork. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 35 years of hands-on CNC mill operating experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in operating CNC milling machines, including setup and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precision components.
• Understanding of basic machining principles, tolerances, and measurement techniques.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions, safety procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a production team.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components for aerospace and defense semiconductor applications.
• Set up CNC mills, including loading tools, fixtures, and materials according to production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure parts meet exact specifications and tolerances.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to feeds, speeds, and tooling to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality control processes throughout all machining activities.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve production issues and improve processes.
• Document production activities and any deviations from standard processes in accordance with company guidelines.
• Support a clean, organized, and climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Skills

CNC milling

Hands-on experience

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Machining principles

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Shift readiness

Job description

Job Title: CNC Mill Machinist

Job Description

This role focuses on operating CNC milling machines in a precision aerospace and defense semiconductor manufacturing environment. You will use your experience with CNC mills and blueprint reading to produce high-quality components that meet strict technical and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components for aerospace and defense semiconductor applications.
• Set up CNC mills, including loading tools, fixtures, and materials according to production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure parts meet exact specifications and tolerances.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to feeds, speeds, and tooling to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality control processes throughout all machining activities.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve production issues and improve processes.
• Document production activities and any deviations from standard processes in accordance with company guidelines.
• Support a clean, organized, and climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• 35 years of hands-on CNC mill operating experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in operating CNC milling machines, including setup and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precision components.
• Understanding of basic machining principles, tolerances, and measurement techniques.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions, safety procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a production team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or semiconductor manufacturing environments is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with working in a larger production team environment of approximately 100 people.
• Comfort working on multiple shifts, including first and second shift schedules.
• Willingness to work the last Saturday of the month as part of the regular schedule.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive culture that promotes from within, offering clear opportunities for career growth and advancement. Multiple shifts are available to support work-life balance and scheduling needs. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), are provided to support long-term stability and well-being.

Work Environment

This position is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility with a team of around 100 colleagues. First shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with work on the last Saturday of each month, and second shift runs from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, also with the last Saturday of the month. The environment is focused on precision, safety, and collaboration, with non-cleanroom conditions and standard industrial attire appropriate for a machining and production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Irving, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $74880.00/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.

• DP, multiple shifts, promote from within, 1st and 2nd shift available, dental, medical, vision, 401k, climate controlled

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

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.