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Job Title: CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, you will operate CNC machinery that bends, drills, broaches, and reams metal parts while ensuring parts meet established specifications and quality standards. You will set up and run fabrication equipment, adjust programs and tooling as needed, and monitor machine performance to maintain safe, efficient, and accurate production.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of fabrication machines, with a primary focus on CNC Press Brake and CNC Punch Press machines.
• Run CNC machinery that automatically bends, drills, broaches, or reams metal parts according to established specifications.
• Make adjustments to CNC programs and equipment settings to adhere to specifications or correct faulty programming and equipment performance.
• Make informed decisions regarding part quality, tolerances, and operation sequence during production.
• Monitor work in progress to ensure machines are operating correctly and are not malfunctioning.
• Utilize planning and production software such as NC Express, NFOR, TruTops, and AutoPOL for reporting, scheduling, and investigating parts.
• Work from engineering drawings and sketches to set up and run jobs accurately.
• Set up tooling using pre-made 3D programs and ensure proper alignment and configuration before production.
• Set up and adjust CNC programs to optimize performance and maintain part quality.
• Inspect raw materials before production to verify they meet required specifications.
• Perform general machine setup and machine operation tasks, including shear presses, punch presses, and press brake machines as needed.
• Follow and maintain 5S practices to keep the work area organized, clean, and safe.
• Support safe forklift operations if qualified, particularly with stand-up forklifts, to move materials and parts within the facility.

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of experience operating CNC machines.
• Hands-on experience with CNC operation, including CNC mills, CNC lathes, and CNC fabrication equipment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate Press Brake machines and Punch Press machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and sketches.
• Understanding of CAD/CAM technologies as they relate to CNC programming and operation.
• Strong math skills to support accurate measurements, tolerances, and setups.
• Experience with machine setup and machine operation, including shear machines, press brakes, and punch presses.
• Ability to monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a Prima Power Press Brake or Safan Press Brake is preferred.
• Experience operating a Prima Power Shear Genius Punch Machine or Trumpf Punch Machine is preferred.
• Experience operating a stand-up forklift is preferred.
• Familiarity with software tools such as NC Express, NFOR, TruTops, and AutoPOL for planning, reporting, and part investigation.
• Experience with shear presses, shear machines, and press brake machines is beneficial.
• Experience with lathe operation and general fabrication equipment is an asset.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable organization that offers strong long-term growth potential and opportunities to advance across multiple departments. The site is expanding rapidly over the next several years, creating ongoing opportunities for development and internal mobility. When hired on directly, you may be eligible for a sign-on bonus, reflecting the company’s commitment to rewarding skilled and dedicated team members.

Work Environment

You will work in a climate-controlled manufacturing and warehouse facility designed to support comfort and consistency throughout the year. The environment includes modern CNC fabrication equipment such as CNC Press Brake and CNC Punch Press machines, as well as shear machines, punch presses, and related machinery. Planning and production activities use technologies such as NC Express, NFOR, TruTops, and AutoPOL. Openings are available on both 1st and 2nd shifts, with standard schedules of 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1st shift and 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday for 2nd shift, each consisting of 10-hour shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/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 Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.