CNC Programmer

Job Title: CNC Programmer

Job Description

Join a dynamic and creative team that develops products for a variety of industries including medical, aerospace, industrial, and consumer markets. As a CNC Programmer, you will collaborate with experienced Industrial Designers, Engineers, Machinists, and Product Fabricators to deliver exceptional designs, prototypes, and products to customers. This role is a result of exponential growth, aimed at reducing lead times from six weeks to three weeks. You will engage in light programming, set up 5-axis mills, run parts, and assist in programming new prototype parts.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Operate and program 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC milling and CNC turning, preferably using Haas and DMG Mori/Siemens Control.
• Engage in CAM programming, setup/fixture design, and run, with a preference for MasterCAM.
• Manage projects, schedule tasks, inspect, conduct CMM, ensure quality control, and maintain related documentation.
• Continuously learn and improve, pursuing a passion for creating precision parts and assemblies.
• Order necessary tooling and materials to complete jobs.
• Communicate improvements and optimizations to the engineering department.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in CNC programming, Mastercam, SolidWorks, GD&T, and mill programming.
• Experience in creating fixtures from a program and setting up machines.
• Five years minimum experience in machine programming and setup.
• Ability to meet work deadlines and track time and materials to meet production and budget goals.
• Effective communication with supervisors and engineers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• MasterCAM expertise is a plus.
• Ability to stand and work in a fabrication shop and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently.
• Signed employment and confidentiality agreements are required

Why Work Here?

Experience a small prototype shop environment where custom products are crafted collaboratively as a team. Enjoy a very clean and cool workspace with a tight-knit crew that fosters both teamwork and independence. Benefit from competitive advantages and a supportive work culture.

Work Environment

Work in a small, highly collaborative prototype shop that emphasizes teamwork and independence. The environment is clean and well-maintained, with a focus on custom product creation. The role requires standing and working in a fabrication shop, with a dress code that supports safety and operational efficiency.

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $76960.00/yr.

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.

- Small prototype shop that makes all custom products and works as a team - Very clean and cool environment - Very small crew that all know each other and work together but also independent at the same time - Competitive benefits

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.

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.