CNC Operator

Manufacturing Technician

$22+/Hr Starting Pay + Shift Differential

Looking for a hands-on manufacturing job with great pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow? We're hiring CNC Machine Operators and Manufacturing Assemblers for a full-time production role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Whether you have experience operating machines, assembling products, using hand tools, or working in production, we'd like to talk with you.

• Operate CNC machines and other manufacturing equipment

• Assemble products using hand and power tools

• Read work instructions, blueprints, and production documents

• Measure and inspect parts to ensure quality standards are met

• Load, unload, package, and prepare materials for shipment

• Record production information and maintain documentation

• Identify equipment issues and quality concerns

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

• 1+ year of manufacturing, production, assembly, machine operation, or fabrication experience

• Ability to read a tape measure

• Experience using hand and power tools

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic

• CNC machining experience

• CNC mill or lathe experience

• Blueprint reading

• Calipers and precision measuring tools

• Assembly or fabrication experience

Starting pay of $22+/hr

Shift differential available

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Overtime opportunities

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Long-term stability with a growing manufacturer

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $26.00/hr.

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.

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 Dubuque,IA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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:  | 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.