Medical & Aerospace Machinist

Job Overview

A CNC machinist at Betts may work in any of our machining departments, including 3-axis mills, 5-axis mills, horizontal mills, dual-spindle lathes (with live tooling), and 5-axis machining centers (mill head with turning turret). Each machinist is provided with a machine, program, and preset cart of supplies, and uses those tools to set up their machine. They are then expected to run production on that machine, inspecting parts to ensure critical dimensions are held consistently.

Betts Precision is a family-owned medical device and aerospace component manufacturer focused on giving employees a safe place to enjoy their workday, build technical and personal skills, and create a better life for themselves and their families. With the help of these amazing team members, we set the standard in the medical industry for quality, service, and creativity. Learn more at

Day Shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Mon–Fri) — with opportunity for overtime

Night Shift (4:30 PM – 3:00 AM, Mon–Thurs) — with opportunity for overtime

Pay Range: $25–$45 per hour

Location: Alsip, IL

• 2+ years of CNC setup or operation experience on lathes or mills
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints (including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface)
• Ability to manipulate G-code programs, change work offsets, and adjust tool offsets
• Ability to change, touch-off, and indicate tools for CNC lathes or mills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand and walk up to 90% of the day
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, and reach up to 100% of the day
• Ability to work in a shop environment — continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metalworking machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils, and solvents
• Punctual with an excellent attendance record

• Bring a fantastic attitude and a willingness to learn
• Follow department-specific procedures when setting up, operating machines, and inspecting parts
• Hit pre-determined efficiency goals when setting up or operating machines
• Be creative
• Continuously strive to help improve processes
• Other duties as assigned
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Opportunity for Flexible Schedule
• Night Shift Premium
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance