Weekend Cnc Machine Shop Jobs in Elgin, IL (NOW HIRING)

💰 Pay, Shift & Training

• Wage: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour (Higher starting pay for direct CNC drill press experience)
• Training Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Fully paid training for the first 1 to 3 months
• Regular Shift: 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Permanent schedule after training
• Location: Franklin Park, IL area (On-Site)
• Education: No High School Diploma or GED required!
• Environment: Small, stable 50-person shop with a supportive team of experienced machinists.

📢 Paid Training Opportunity

Want to break into CNC machining? We will train you! If you have 6+ months of experience running any CNC machine, we will teach you how to operate our CNC drill presses. Candidates who already possess direct CNC drill press experience will start at the top of the pay scale.

🎯 What You Will Do

Learn valuable manufacturing and specialized machining skills in a fast-paced job shop environment.

• Machining: Set up, load, and operate CNC drill press equipment to process metal parts.
• Tooling: Perform routine tool changes and execute basic machine adjustments.
• Blueprints: Read and follow engineering blueprints, work instructions, and specifications.
• Inspection: Inspect finished parts using calipers, tape measures, and specialized gauges.
• Shop Work: Use hand and power tools to support various production and machining projects.

📋 What We Are Looking For

• Experience Options: 6+ months of any CNC machine operation experience OR direct drill press, punch press, or press brake history.
• Aptitude: Strong mechanical intelligence with a track record in manufacturing, production, automotive, or trades.
• Tool Skills: Comfort using or learning precision measuring tools like calipers.
• Mindset: Reliable attendance, sharp attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn a lifetime trade.

🏭 Work Environment

• Clean, highly organized 50-employee machine shop producing custom parts across multiple industries.
• Fast-paced, productive, and highly supportive team setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schiller Park, IL.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Schiller Park,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.