CNC Operator - 1st Shift

Company: Aerotek
Location: Platteville
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: CNC Operator - 1st Shift Job Description The CNC Operator is responsible for performing all aspects of production machining required to produce quality products at an acceptable level. You will operate and maintain vertical and horizontal CNC lathes and machining centers, often working from blueprints. The role requires maintaining tools and gaging provided, ensuring proper care and maintenance, and producing at a minimum of 80% efficiency. Ensuring all materials meet or exceed quality requirements and maintaining machine cleanliness, alongside completing production control charts daily, are key components of the job. Responsibilities Operate and maintain vertical and horizontal CNC lathes and machining centers. Work from blueprints to ensure precision in production. Maintain tools and gaging, ensuring proper care and maintenance. Produce at a minimum of 80% efficiency. Ensure all materials meet or exceed quality requirements. Maintain machine cleanliness and complete production control charts daily. Support compliance with quality policies and procedures. Essential Skills 1 year of CNC machining experience. Proficiency in machining, CNC mill, CNC lathe, and CNC machine operations. Ability to use precise measuring tools. Experience in machine setup and troubleshooting. Ability to read and work from blueprints. Additional Skills & Qualifications 1 year of CNC Setup and Troubleshooting experience. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive benefits with full coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield. Benefit from financial rewards like profit sharing and annual raises, recognizing your contributions. Experience a stable and secure position with weekly pay and a solid booking of orders through the end of 2026. Embrace a work-life balance with first-shift hours, allowing your evenings to be free. Grow your career in a smaller CNC shop environment with about 30 employees between two shifts. Work Environment The work environment is a non-climate-controlled shop with a generous point structure for performance management. The 1st Shift operates from 5 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, with possible work on Fridays as needed. There is potential for occasional weekend work every few months. Employees enjoy a 10% shift premium for night shifts. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Platteville, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.50/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 Platteville,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026. 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. Company Description 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. Company Description 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.

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