Cnc Machinist

Aerotek • Wheeling, IL • 2h ago

Job Title: CNC Machinist - Wheeling, IL

Job Description

We are experiencing significant growth and are seeking skilled CNC Machinists to join our dynamic team. We offer exciting and challenging work opportunities using our state-of-the-art, precision CNC machines. If you are passionate about machining and eager to contribute to a thriving company, we invite you to apply. This facility is responsible for the R&D and mass production of the Aerospace, Military, and Defense industries.

Responsibilities

Operate, set up and maintain 5-Axis CNC machines, specifically vertical milling machines.

Perform complex blueprint interpretations to ensure precise machining of components.

Utilize machine controls such as Fanuc or Heidenhain for efficient operation.

Program or edit G-Code to achieve desired machining outcomes.

Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and maintain high-quality standards.

Work with various materials including alloys, stainless steel, titanium, and plastics.

Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Essential Skills

3-4 years of experience performing setups/operation on 4-5 axis CNC machinery (either Vertical Milling and/or Horizontal Milling).

Ability to utilize Fanuc controls to perform setups and make edits to G and M code.

Understanding of the process of GD&T (Geometric Dimension & Tolerance).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience performing setups and/or operating Makino T1.

Ability to machine titanium.

Experience in machining for the Aerospace, Military, and Defense industries.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. The company provides company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) plan with a generous match. Employees enjoy paid holidays, vacation days, and PTO days. Optional benefits include FSA, Identity Theft Protection, Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance. We offer a discretionary annual bonus, a clean A/C environment, and a great work culture.

Work Environment

Our facility is clean and climate-controlled with around 100 CNC machines across three facilities on the campus. We maintain ITAR compliance and have an open-door policy, allowing employees to work collaboratively and ask questions within each department. The work schedule is 2nd Shift: 4:30pm - 2:30am, with overtime currently at about 10 hours a week. We provide a per diem for traveling machinists to work at our facility in Wheeling, IL.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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