Machinist

Prototype CNC Machinist

The Prototype CNC Machinist is responsible for engineering, manufacturing, and fabricating new parts, retrofitting and repairing components based on prints or samples to meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Engineer machining processes using experience and company best practices.

Program, set up, and machine parts from billet and plate materials.

Use CAD tools and CAM software for design and programming.

Design and build machining fixtures for secondary operations.

Set up tooling and CNC machines for prototype castings and raw stock.

Run setup parts through operations and collaborate with quality for approval.

Complete machining operations, deburring, cleaning, and packaging.

Tear down tooling and clean mills post-production.

Assist in machining production tooling components as needed.

Communicate job progress and potential delays with the project manager.

Participate in material management.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Add frames, cleats, and trunnions as necessary to prototype pattern tooling.

Make changes to tooling and rigging as required.

Ensure jobs are completed efficiently, aligning with quoted hours and material estimates.

Complete jobs on schedule, providing timely updates on delivery status or delays to the project manager and lead.

Advise the lead of any issues.

Follow all standard operating procedures and tasks assigned by management and the team lead.

Comply with the rules and guidelines outlined in the pattern work instruction SOPs.

Cross-train with mold building and other relevant jobs.

Work in a safe manner.

Maintain competency and proficiency with the tools and processes being used.

Essential Skills

Blueprint reading.

CNC programming with 2+ years of experience using Fusion 360 and PowerShape software.

Experience with casting.

Tool and die skills.

Troubleshooting abilities.

Sanding and grinding proficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to multi-task and cross-train on multiple duties within the group or as needed elsewhere.

Team player and self-motivated worker.

Preference given to candidates with experience in the listed tasks.

Why Work Here?

This small shop offers a great culture where candidates work on prototypes, ensuring every day is different. Employees have the opportunity to learn and grow their machining experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is a foundry setting, which can be hot and humid. Candidates should be comfortable working in these conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Montrose, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00 / 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 Montrose, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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 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 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.