Cnc Mill Programmer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist looking for a high-paying opportunity with a company serving the aerospace, medical device, and automotive industries? We are seeking skilled machinists to join our team and help produce high-precision components using advanced Citizen Swiss CNC technology.

Citizen Swiss experience is highly preferred, but we are always interested in meeting talented machinists from a variety of manufacturing backgrounds. If you have experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Setup Technician, CNC Programmer, CNC Lathe Machinist, CNC Mill Machinist, Multi-Axis Machinist, Toolmaker, or Precision Machinist, we encourage you to apply.

We're always willing to meet skilled manufacturing professionals and discuss career opportunities.

💰 Pay: Up to $40/hour

✅ 1st Shift Available

✅ 2nd Shift Available

✅ Weekend Shift Opportunities

✅ Climate-Controlled Facility

✅ Long-Term Career Growth

✅ Stable, Growing Company

• Monday – Thursday
• 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Flexible shift schedules available

• Available to support work-life flexibility

• Set up and operate Citizen Swiss CNC lathes for production runs
• Load CNC programs and perform machine setup for new jobs
• Set tool offsets and make machining adjustments to maintain tight tolerances
• Read, edit, and troubleshoot G-code and M-code programs
• Perform tool changes and wear compensation to ensure consistent quality
• Work with various metals and plastics used in precision manufacturing
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
• Hold extremely tight tolerances, including ±0.0002"
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including:
• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Optical Comparators
• Apply SPC methods to monitor process capability and quality
• Troubleshoot machine and tooling issues to minimize downtime
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability

• Minimum 2+ years of CNC Swiss machining experience
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machines in a production environment
• Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and machine setup
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Ability to maintain tight tolerances and produce quality parts
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on CNC equipment

• Experience with Citizen Swiss CNC lathes
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines
• Familiarity with live tooling and sub-spindles
• Ability to read and edit G-code and M-code
• Mastercam or Esprit experience
• Knowledge of SPC and process capability analysis
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Automotive precision machining experience
• Continuous improvement mindset

✅ Earn up to $40/hour

✅ Work with advanced Citizen Swiss CNC technology

✅ Climate-controlled manufacturing facility

✅ 1st, 2nd, and weekend shift opportunities

✅ Aerospace, medical, and automotive industry projects

✅ Career advancement and professional development opportunities

✅ Work with cutting-edge precision manufacturing equipment

✅ Stable schedule and excellent work-life balance

✅ Clean, quality-focused work environment

Work in a clean, climate-controlled precision manufacturing facility producing critical components for aerospace, medical device, and automotive customers. You'll join a team committed to quality, precision, and continuous improvement while working with advanced Citizen Swiss CNC equipment and state-of-the-art inspection tools.

While we're primarily seeking CNC Swiss Machinists, we are always interested in speaking with talented manufacturing professionals. If you have experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Setup Technician, CNC Programmer, CNC Lathe Machinist, CNC Mill Machinist, Multi-Axis Machinist, Precision Machinist, or Toolmaker, we'd love to learn more about your experince and discuss potential opportunities.

Apply today and let's start a conversation about your experience and career goals.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Prior Lake, MN.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $43.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Prior Lake,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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.

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.