Cnc Machinist @ Aerotek

CNC Machinist | 1st Shift | Aerospace Manufacturing

Machine Precision Aerospace Components and Grow Your Career

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist who takes pride in precision work? Join a growing aerospace manufacturer where you'll produce high-quality components, work with modern equipment, and build a long-term career in a clean, professional environment.If you have CNC setup experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and enjoy working to tight tolerances, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

• Overtime available as needed
• Additional hours may be available based on production demands

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, primarily Haas and Mazak machines
• Machine aerospace components to precise specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Use calipers, micrometers, indicators, and CMM equipment to verify quality
• Adjust tooling, offsets, and fixtures to maintain tight tolerances
• Apply GD&T principles throughout setup, production, and inspection processes
• Identify and troubleshoot machining issues to minimize downtime
• Complete production and inspection documentation accurately
• Support and assist operators as needed while contributing to team success
• Follow all quality and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills Experience performing machine setups, tooling changes, and offset adjustments Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills Basic math and geometry skills Must meet U.S. Person requirements for ITAR-controlled programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Haas or Mazak CNC equipment
• Familiarity with Fanuc or similar CNC controls
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Experience performing first article and in-process inspections
• Previous lead, mentoring, or operator training experience

Why Join Our Team?

We're committed to providing a workplace where skilled machinists can continue to develop their careers while working on high-precision products that make an impact.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturer
• Consistent full-time schedule
• Modern, newly renovated facility
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-precision aerospace components

Work Environment

You'll work in a clean, organized, and safety-focused aerospace manufacturing facility equipped with modern CNC technology. This is a hands-on role requiring standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds while working around active production equipment. Overtime opportunities may extend shifts when business needs require additional production support.

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced CNC Machinist looking for an opportunity to work on precision aerospace components, expand your skills, and grow with a company that values craftsmanship and quality, apply today. We'd love to discuss how your experience can contribute to our team.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 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 & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

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.