Machine Operator

Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist Job Description

As a CNC Machinist in a production environment, you will primarily support a single-turret lathe with Fanuc controls. This role involves working in one of the busiest areas of the shop, requiring a proactive individual who can maintain production flow, troubleshoot issues, and manage regular changeovers.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support a single-turret CNC lathe with Fanuc controls.

• Perform changeovers every 1–2 days.

• Make tool changes and wear offset adjustments.

• Read and understand basic G-code and M-code.

• Maintain production flow in a high-activity manufacturing environment.

• Occasionally assist with setups on Haas machines (approximately once every two weeks).

• Hold tolerances ranging from ±0.0005" to ±0.004".

Essential Skills

• Skilled CNC machinist or manual machinist with CNC experience.

• Comfortable making machine adjustments and handling routine troubleshooting.

• Experience with Fanuc controls preferred.

• Strong production machining mindset.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable with a production environment that's less custom.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a flat organizational structure where everyone knows each other, contributing to a low-stress work environment. The company has maintained stability without layoffs since 2009, thanks to its niche business focus.

Work Environment

The work environment is very much a shop setting, with the CNC area not being temperature controlled. The culture is flat, fostering close relationships between the director and machinists on the floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of North Branch, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $70000.00/yr.

401K with Match Full medical, dental, vision Extremely stable business model

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Branch,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.