Weekend Cnc Router Programmer Jobs in Elgin, IL (NOW HIRING)

Are you a hands-on CNC Machinist who takes pride in producing quality parts with precision and accuracy? We're looking for a skilled machinist to join our team in a clean, organized manufacturing environment where craftsmanship, accountability, and attention to detail are highly valued.

In this role, you'll operate advanced CNC equipment, prepare materials, perform machine setups, and ensure parts meet exact customer specifications. If you're looking for a stable opportunity with excellent benefits and opportunities to expand your skills, we'd love to meet you.

As a CNC Machinist, you'll play a critical role in transforming raw materials into precision-engineered components while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and customer specifications
• Confirm proper material selection before production
• Set up and operate horizontal profile milling machines using conversational programming
• Monitor machine performance and adjust setups as necessary
• Ensure finished parts meet dimensional and quality requirements
• Use precision measuring equipment to inspect parts throughout the machining process

• 2-3 years of CNC machining experience
• Experience operating CNC mills and machining equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience performing quality inspections and dimensional checks
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools, including:
  • Micrometers
  • Calipers
  • Inspection gauges
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with supervisors and team members
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and workplace safety

• Experience with Tekna CNC profile mills or similar equipment
• Familiarity with 3-axis CNC machining operations
• Experience working with aluminum materials
• Understanding of low-tolerance machining requirements (typically ±0.01)
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership over completed work
• Experience performing multiple setups throughout a shift

We believe our employees are our greatest asset. That's why we offer competitive benefits, a supportive culture, and a clean work environment where employees can thrive.

✅ 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees

✅ IRA retirement plan with 3% company match

✅ Stable, growing company with long-term opportunities

✅ Clean and organized manufacturing environment

✅ Flexible scheduling options

✅ Cross-training opportunities to expand your skillset

✅ Team-focused culture that values accountability and quality

Flexible scheduling available between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Coordinate what works best with your schedule!

This is a full-time role (40 hours/week).

Join a modern, well-maintained facility featuring multiple Horizontal CNC Profile Mills and a team dedicated to quality and continuous improvement.

• Clean, organized manufacturing environment
• Approximately 80% machine operation and 20% inspection/preparation work
• Typical production runs lasting 2-5 hours
• Multiple setups each shift, providing variety in daily work
• Primarily machining aluminum components
• Minimal tooling changes for streamlined production
• Cross-training opportunities on additional equipment, including the Panel Router
• Supportive leadership team focused on employee success and development

If you're a CNC Machinist who enjoys precision work, machine setup, and producing high-quality components, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that invests in its people. Join a team where your skills are valued, your contributions matter, and your future has room to grow.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Dundee, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 West Dundee,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.