American Aluminum Extrusion is recruiting for our next phase of company growth.

We invite you to become a valued member of the AAE team! With over 20 successful years in the aluminum extrusion industry, AAE continues to grow, and we need you!

We are looking for key team members who are motivated and share their desire for career opportunities and growth advancement with a rock-solid company in Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin. We are a dynamic and driven company with significant future growth plans and those plans can include you!

Position Summary

As a CNC Set-up Machine Operator, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our Machine Shop team by overseeing machine operations on the floor and providing essential hands-on support to operators.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up machines according to production schedules and job specifications.
• Install and align tools, fixtures, and materials on machines.
• Load and verify CNC programming using C-code or M-code.
• Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to ensure optimal performance.
• Additional tasks assigned.
  
  

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tools, and equipment (e.g., CNC, lathes, milling machines)
• Proficient in using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to guide team members effectively.
  
  

Experience Required

• 2 to 5 years of CNC machining and set-up experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to read blueprints, geometric dimensioning & tolerancing, and CNC programming fundamentals.
  
  

Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and move material or parts that weigh up to 50 pounds.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life and Supplement Life
• STD/LTD
• Paid Holidays
• 401K w/match
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program and Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Health Club membership discounts
  
  

Disclaimer and Acknowledgements

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.