Second-Shift CNC Lathe and Mill Machinist

CHASE Professionals • Full-time • Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States • $26 - $31 / hour • 1d ago

Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Shift: Second Shift
Compensation: Based on experience

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathes and milling machines in a precision-manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with CNC turning and milling, machine setups, tooling, offsets, blueprint reading, and precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, and machining centers.
Review blueprints, work orders, setup sheets, and manufacturing instructions.
Load programs and make routine G-code and M-code edits.
Install fixtures, cutting tools, holders, and raw materials.
Set tool and work offsets accurately.
Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, feeds, and speeds.
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.
Measure parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and bore gauges.
Monitor machine performance, tool wear, cycle times, and product quality.
Adjust offsets and replace worn tooling as needed.
Troubleshoot dimensional, setup, tooling, and machine-performance issues.
Remove chips and maintain clean, organized machines and work areas.
Complete production, inspection, scrap, and downtime records.
Follow all safety, quality, lockout/tagout, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Qualifications

Previous CNC machining experience is required.
Experience operating CNC lathes and/or CNC mills.
CNC setup experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and dimensional tolerances.
Working knowledge of G-code, M-code, offsets, feeds, and speeds.
Experience using precision measuring instruments.
Ability to manufacture components to close tolerances.
Basic shop math skills involving decimals, fractions, and measurements.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
Dependable attendance and ability to work the complete second-shift schedule.
Availability to work overtime when required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with both CNC turning and milling.
CNC programming or program-editing experience.
Experience with multi-axis machining.
Knowledge of GD&T.
Familiarity with CAD/CAM software.
Experience machining steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, or other metals.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive movements.
Ability to lift and move materials, tooling, and parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work around machinery, metal chips, cutting fluids, oils, and production noise.
Ability to wear required safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes.

Pay: $26.41 - $31.81 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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