Build Your Career in Aerospace Manufacturing!

Kelly Services is hiring CNC Machinists for direct hire opportunities with an established aerospace manufacturer in Grand Rapids, MI!

We’re looking for individuals with 1–3 years of CNC milling experience who are comfortable operating CNC mills and interested in expanding their machining and setup skills.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing aerospace manufacturer producing precision components for commercial and defense applications. Whether you’re an experienced CNC Mill Operator or have hands-on setup experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation & Benefits

• $24.00–$28.00/hr, including a $2.00 night shift differential, based on experience

  
  

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term career potential

  
  

• 3 weeks of PTO

  
  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first day of the month following hire)

  
  

• Paid holidays

  
  

• 401(k) with 3% company match

  
  

• Tuition reimbursement

  
  

• Maternity and paternity leave

  
  

• Structured training and opportunities for advancement

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate and set up CNC milling machines, primarily 3-axis mills, including Haas equipment.

  
  

• Read job travelers, blueprints, and work instructions to manufacture precision aerospace components.

  
  

• Load materials, operate machines, and monitor production for accuracy and quality.

  
  

• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and job changeovers.

  
  

• Operate 1–2 CNC machines depending on production requirements.

  
  

• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.

  
  

• Troubleshoot basic machine and tooling issues.

  
  

• Perform deburring, routine equipment maintenance, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

  
  

• Work with aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and other aerospace materials.

  
  

• Follow established machining processes and quality procedures.

No CNC programming experience required! Programs and machining processes are already established, with engineering responsible for any changes.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of CNC milling experience, preferably operating 3-axis CNC mills.

  
  

• Ability to read basic blueprints and follow manufacturing work instructions.

  
  

• Familiarity with machine setups, tooling changes, and offset adjustments.

  
  

• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.

  
  

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.

  
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  
  

• High school diploma or GED.

  
  

• Must meet applicable export-control requirements for access to controlled aerospace technical information.

Preferred, but not required:

• Haas CNC milling machine experience

  
  

• CNC lathe experience

  
  

• Swiss CNC machining experience

  
  

• Experience with close-tolerance machining

  
  

• Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, or titanium

  
  

• Previous aerospace or precision manufacturing experience

  
  

• Experience with short production runs and frequent machine setups

Schedule & Training

Night Shift (B Shift): Monday–Thursday, 7:30 PM–6:00 AM

New hires receive a structured 90-day training period, beginning with classroom instruction followed by hands-on machine training.

Training can be completed on B Shift, allowing employees to maintain their overnight work schedule.

Overtime may be available after the initial 90-day probationary period, depending on production needs.

Apply Today!

If you have CNC milling experience and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to grow your machining skills, we encourage you to apply!

Join us and take the next step in your CNC machining career!

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