Entering the machining trade in Kenosha, WI, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Kenosha, WI, machinists can earn an average weekly wage of $1,395, with experienced professionals often surpassing $1,760 per week. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, with opportunities available through trade schools and professional organizations, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Job Title: CNC Operator Job Description We are looking for a skilled CNC Operator to load and secure parts into CNC machines, operate a Haas CNC mill, change out worn tools, conduct quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges, and perform preventative maintenance on machinery. This role involves routinely lifting parts that weigh 50lbs or more. Responsibilities • Load and secure parts into CNC machines. • Operate a Haas CNC mill. • Change out worn tools. • Perform quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges. • Conduct preventative maintenance of machinery. • Routinely lift parts weighing 50lbs or more. Essential Skills • 1+ year of CNC operating experience. • 1+ year of blueprint reading experience. • 1+ year of experience with inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with mills is preferred. • Candidates with more experience with lathes will be considered if they are comfortable working primarily with mills. Why Work Here? Enjoy a $3/hour shift premium for 2nd shift and work 4, 10-hour shifts with optional overtime on Fridays. Join a diverse job shop that serves various industries, including medical devices, surgical instruments, diesel, automotive, and agricultural sectors. Be part of a team of approximately 50 employees, working with advanced machinery. Work Environment There is one opening on the 2nd shift. The 1st shift operates from 5 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. The 2nd shift operates from 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM, Monday through Thursday. This job shop makes products for various industries, including medical devices, surgical instruments, diesel, automotive, and agricultural sectors. Most machines for turning and milling are Mor Seiki. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenosha, Wisconsin. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Kenosha,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2025. About Aerotek: 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.
See More Details >>CNC Machinist I Position Summary The CNC Machinist I Produces machined parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. The role requires the above to be accomplished within Tecomet‘s principles of continuous improvement, customer driven innovation and a win first culture, while meeting company financial and other performance metrics. Principle Responsibilities • Operate CNC machines within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings; • Change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear; • Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting inspection reports; • Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to PM schedule; • Perform hand finishing; • Follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP) at all times including completion of job routers/ cards; • Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues; • Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity; • Record all activities in a timely manner on the job tracking system; • Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities; • Identify and escalate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required; • Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within work area; • Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor; Qualification Requirements Credentials/Experience: • High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required • Experience of working in a production environment (E/D) Experience/Educational/Training Preferred: • Associate’s degree/certificate in Tooling & Machining or Machinist apprenticeship preferred. • GCSE/NVQ Math and English is desirable (UK only) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability or demonstrable aptitude to operate and maintain a CNC Machine • Solid necessary math skills, including measuring and keeping count records • Effective at planning, prioritizing and organizing tasks and activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales • Able to follow work instructions, proven record of quality, and on-time production runs • Demonstrable commitment to safety at all times • Attention to detail alongside ability to perform repeatable task over a prolonged period of time • Positive attitude, reliable, and a team player • Ability to identify problems and escalate as required • Good communication skills, written and verbal • Solid computer skills Other Requirements Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to stand. The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. Travel Requirements No Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. FOR HR USE ONLY! New Job Title Job Code CNC Machinist I CNCI Job Function FLSA Status EEOC Job Classification Operations Non-exempt Operatives Compensation Grade Level Job Class HR Approved (circle) Direct Hourly Yes No
See More Details >>!DMG Mori 5 axis preferred; must have experience in low volume production with multiple set ups per day/week. Shift hours: 1st: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm 2nd: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Machine Type: Haas Axis 3, 3+2 Milling MORI DMU 50 full 5 Axis. Software & Computer Skills: MasterCAM, Epicor, Microsoft Office Software & Computer Skills: ERP knowledge (Epicor is preferred), Microsoft Office Essential Duties and Qualifications • Sets up (100% program prove out), operates, and troubleshoots Haas machines; must be able to do full set ups frequently in a low-volume production manufacturing environment • Able to read and interpret programs and make edit to G & M codes • CAM software knowledge is a plus • Replaces tools, filters; adds coolant • Proficient using gauges, micrometers, calipers, optical comparator, and other measuring tools • Responsible for quality of each set up and production • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics • Proficient knowledge of GD&T • Manufacturing experience working with in medical/aerospace industries preferred • Responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the work area at all times • Helps reduce scrap, cost, time • Maintains positive work environment • Reliable, timely and consistent attendance Experience Required • 2 - 4 years: Experience with Haas Milling machines (3 and 5 axis) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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