Cnc Machinist

Aerotek - Wood Dale, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Wood Dale, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The CNC Lathe Machinist position at Aerotek involves operating CNC lathes, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring that machined parts meet specified tolerances. The role requires a combination of technical skills in programming and machine setup, as well as the ability to perform precise machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and understand blueprints and drawings including symbols, welding symbols, material type and material shape
• Plan machining operations by studying work orders, blueprints, drawings, specifications, materials, machining parameters, and interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances
• Perform basic machining math including fractional/decimal conversion, basic trigonometry (sin, cos), calculating dimensions and tolerances and determining missing linear or angular dimensions
• Properly set up and operate CNC Lathe and machine parts/components to required specifications
• Properly utilize machining tools such as high speed drill, carbide drill, high speed tap, roll forming tap and reaming
• Edit and program Mill utilizing HAAS Controller
• Plan and perform a wide variety of diversified close tolerance Mill operations

Requirements

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience working with a CNC Lathe and setting up, more than just operating
• Ability to read blueprints and/or programming with HAAS Controller preferred
• Must have experience with conversations programming and/or G-Code

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Mazak, Fanuc, Okuma
• Familiarity with Mastercam and Solidworks
• Knowledge of GD&T and CAD/CAM

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health advocacy and employee assistance programs
• 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts