Contract Cnc Programming Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking motivated Machinists ranging from entry-level candidates to experienced CNC professionals. This position offers the chance to work in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment producing high-precision metal components used in advanced machinery and equipment.

Whether you have machining school experience or several years of hands-on CNC programming and setup experience, we have opportunities available across multiple skill levels.

Location: Centennial, CO

Schedule: Full-Time | 1st & 2nd Shift Available

Pay: $30.00 - $44.00 per hour, depending on experience

1st Shift

• Monday-Friday
• 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

2nd Shift

• Monday-Friday
• 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Candidates hired for 2nd shift will train on 1st shift for approximately 1-2 months before transitioning to their assigned schedule.

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and speed-cell machines
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Machine components to tight tolerances
• Utilize precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Perform machine setups and changeovers
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust offsets as needed
• Operate manual machining equipment including lathes, mills, and surface grinders
• Select proper tooling and gauging for production runs
• Support production and assembly requirements
• Maintain quality and safety standards throughout manufacturing processes

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with setup, operation, and programming of CNC equipment
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills
• Proficiency with G-Code and M-Code
• Experience maintaining tight tolerances
• OD/ID grinding experience
• Large CNC lathe experience
• Mill-turn or 5-axis machining experience
• Manual machining experience
• Mazatrol controls experience
• Mastercam programming or editing experience
• Rigging or crane operation experience
• Technical or vocational machining certification

This position is located in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility equipped with advanced machining technology. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork, training, and continuous improvement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Centennial, CO.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $44.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Centennial,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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.