CNC Setup Operator

Job Description Job Description Aerotek is hiring a CNC Setup Operator Are you a skilled CNC Setup Operator with a knack for precision and efficiency? We're looking for someone to set up and prepare CNC machines for various machining tasks, including drilling, tapping, reaming, boring, and milling. If you excel at operating CNC machinery and using precision measurement tools, and have a strong attention to detail, this role is perfect for you What You'll Do: Machine Setup: Prepare CNC machines for drilling, tapping, reaming, boring, and milling based on program setup sheets. Tool Usage: Utilize dial indicators, touch probes, magnetic chucks, and heat shrink equipment daily. Precision Measurement: Regularly use dial calipers and micrometers. Task Specifications: Interpret setup sheets and blueprints to understand task requirements and desired outcomes. Machine Supervision: Oversee CNC machines during operations, adjusting speeds and feeds as necessary. Maintenance: Perform daily checks and maintenance to ensure machinery functionality. Documentation: Complete paperwork such as operating procedure checklists and dimensional checks. Issue Reporting: Identify equipment issues and notify supervisors or maintenance personnel. Quality Control: Inform programmer, lead man, or manager of any quality concerns. Safety: Report unsafe conditions and actively participate in promoting a safe work environment. What We're Looking For: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Experience: Previous experience as a CNC setup operator. Proficiency: Skilled in operating CNC machinery and precision measurement tools like dial indicators, calipers, and micrometers. Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings. Computer Skills: Basic proficiency in computer and email usage. Mechanical Aptitude: Strong understanding of mechanical principles and proficient math skills. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Communication: Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Work Ethic: Ability to work under pressure, adhere to schedules, and maintain a clean work area. Certifications: CNC Machining certificate (a plus). Experience: TIG welding experience and familiarity with vertical mills and lathe mills. Education: Vocational schooling. Why You'll Love Working Here: Benefits: Health, life, and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings options, gym reimbursement, bonuses, and incentives for second and third shifts. Rewards: Safety celebrations, rewards, raffles, annual cookouts, and picnics. Recognition: Perfect attendance recognition and a supportive, engaging work environment. Work Environment Team Atmosphere: Join a solid team that values hard work and camaraderie. While the environment can be rough around the edges, it is supportive and family-like. Advancement Opportunities: Merit increases based on performance and reliability, with opportunities to advance to tool maker and lead positions. Production: Work on die blocks and molding for various industries. Conditions: The work environment can be very hot in the summer, and garage doors may need to remain closed to maintain temperature for heat press machines. Shift Details: Position is for the 2nd shift (3 PM - 11 PM) with occasional Saturdays. Training will be on the 1st shift (7 AM - 3 PM, Mon-Fri). Flexibility is required as the schedule may change based on job and team needs. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00/yr. Person that has held this position since 2019 left - company bought out 3 other companies that is ramping up business Health insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Business travel accident insurance A flexible spending account for health care and dependent daycare expenses 401(k) savings options Gym reimbursement program Bonuses, 2nd and 3rd shift incentives Safety celebrations, rewards, and raffles Annual cookouts and picnics Perfect attendance recognition And more Transparency in Coverage Healthcare price transparency helps consumers know the cost of a covered item or service before receiving care. You can access the Machine Readable File. to view in-network negotiated rates and out-of-network allowed amounts. No Surprises Act The No Surprises Act establishes federal protections against surprise medical bills in certain circumstances. You can access certain Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills for more information. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Freeport,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025. 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Location: Freeport, FL, US

Posted Date: 4/30/2025