Job Information
Aerotek Machinist in Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Job Title
Swiss CNC Machinist – Operator or Setup
Pay: $25–$35/hour (DOE)
Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd shift
Schedules: Flexible – 4×10s or 5×8s
Overtime: Available + OT incentives
Work Environment: Climate‑Controlled
Key Responsibilities
Set up and/or operate Swiss‑style CNC machines
Run Citizen Miyano Swiss machines (dual Y‑axis experience is a plus)
Load raw materials, change tooling, and adjust offsets as needed
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions
Perform first‑article inspections and maintain tight tolerances (±0.0002”)
Monitor part quality and make in‑process adjustments
Work closely with engineering, leads, and quality teams
Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts
Skills & Experience
(Not all requirements are mandatory—flexibility based on experience level)
Experience operating and/or setting up Swiss CNC machines
Setup skills including tooling, offsets, and first‑article inspections OR strong Swiss CNC operator experience
Knowledge of GD&T and precision measurement tools
Experience working in high‑precision machining environments
Ability to work independently and stay production‑focused
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to team success
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belle Plaine, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Belle Plaine,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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.