Cnc Vertical Machining Center Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This role focuses on setting up, operating, and performing program edits on CNC mills and lathes in a cellular production environment. You will work with a variety of machines, interpret blueprints, and use precision measuring tools to produce high-quality parts while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

• Set up and operate CNC vertical mills and horizontal lathes, ensuring efficient and accurate production.
• Perform program editing on CNC equipment as needed to meet part specifications and quality standards.
• Set up and operate numerically controlled vertical and turning centers, tube lathes, band saws, abrasive (stone) saws, and tie rod machines.
• Operate Mazak Integrex Machining Center with 4th axis when required (experience with this equipment is a plus).
• Work from blueprints to determine machining requirements, dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations.
• Use micrometers and calipers to inspect and verify dimensions, ensuring parts meet specified tolerances.
• Perform cleaning, de-burring, masking, and painting of cylinders as part of the production process.
• Handle materials safely, including loading parts into machines and gathering tools and materials for specific jobs.
• Remove chips from machines and perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Carry out all operations within the capability of the machines being operated, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Work effectively in a cellular production environment, demonstrating flexibility to perform multiple tasks and support production needs.

• At least 3+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC vertical mills or horizontal lathes.
• At least 3+ years of experience working from blueprints to produce precision parts.
• At least 3+ years of experience using micrometers and calipers for dimensional inspection.
• Proficiency in CNC machine set-up, operation, and basic program editing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and machining instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machining processes.
• Ability to work safely with a variety of machine tools and production equipment.

• Experience operating Mazak Integrex Machining Center with 4th axis is a plus.
• Comfort working in a cellular production environment that requires flexibility and multitasking.
• Ability to perform secondary operations such as cleaning, de-burring, masking, and painting of cylinders.
• Experience with material handling, including loading parts and organizing tools and materials for specific jobs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Strong organizational skills to support general housekeeping and chip removal from machines.

You will join a structured union environment that values skilled tradespeople and offers consistent, stable work. The facility provides flexibility with both first and second shift options, allowing you to choose a schedule that best fits your needs. You will work with a variety of modern machining equipment, gain exposure to advanced CNC technologies, and build your expertise in a collaborative production setting.

The role is based in a unionized manufacturing environment, primarily focused on running machines, loading parts, and gathering tools and materials for specific jobs. Work is performed in a cellular production setting that requires flexibility to move between tasks and equipment. You will operate CNC mills and lathes, numerically controlled vertical and turning centers, tube lathes, band saws, abrasive (stone) saws, tie rod machines, and potentially a Mazak Integrex Machining Center with 4th axis. The work involves active material handling, chip removal, and general housekeeping to keep the area clean and safe. Shift options include first shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM and second shift from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, providing schedule flexibility based on your preference.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cudahy, WI.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $70000.00/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.

401kHealth/Dental/VisionHSA/FSA AccountsLife and Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program

This is a fully onsite position in Cudahy,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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.