CNC Machine Operator

Job Title: CNC MACHINE OPERATOR - 2ND SHIFT

Shift: Monday - Friday: 2:15 PM - 10:45 PM
Location: Chicago, IL 60654
Pay: $20+ (negotiable based on experience)
Requirements: Resume / Interview / Background Check / Pre-Employment Physical / Authorization to work in the U.S.

Our client’s candidate evaluation process includes a physical exam (including a drug test), background and reference checks, and tests for reading comprehension and basic math.

Role & Responsibilities:

Due to continuing growth in our client’s business, they have openings for CNC machine operators. You will be responsible for operating CNC lathes and mills, working to turn valuable castings, forgings, and bar stock into quality parts for our customers.

• Operate CNC Lathes, Mills, and Robots

• Perform tool and insert changes.

• Follow written instructions and check parts for conformance to blueprints.

• Monitor machine performance and adjust as needed.

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

• Perform basic maintenance on CNC Machines

• Work from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets, setup cards, machine status boards, as well as verbal/written instructions.

• Work with supervisors, programmer, and support teams to resolve problems.

• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience in a precision machining environment or CNC training

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Ability to handle all basic CNC machining operations including changing inserts, touching off tools and making offsets.

• Ability to use common shop measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, and gauges) to complete inspection documentation.

• Experience with horizontal Lathe or Mill including set-up.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Plus:

• Experience on Okuma or Nakamura lathes or mills.

• Fanuc Robodrills

• Universal Robots

• Fanuc robots

Compensation & Benefits available once hired and becoming eligible:

• Starting pay rate depends on experience.

• Plus $4.50 second shift differential

• Weekly Attendance bonus of $1.25 / hr.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Paid weekly, every Friday.

• BCBS PPO and HMO Medical Insurance.

• BCBS Life, AD/D and Short-Term Disability insurance.

• BCBS Dental and Vision Insurance.

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.

• Paid vacation.

• Ten paid holidays.

• Paid sick leave.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment. Their candidate evaluation process includes a physical exam (including a drug test), background and reference checks, and tests for reading comprehension and basic math.