Experienced CNC Lathe Machinist
Listed on 2026-06-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Production
Job Description
Demco Products Inc in Oak Lawn is seeking an experienced CNC machinist.
Demco Products is a family owned and operated precision CNC machine shop specializing in the manufacturing of high-pressure filter housings and precision turned components. Demco has been providing high quality parts and exceptional customer service to our customers for over 70 years. We operate out of a 15,000 sq ft facility, located in Oak Lawn, IL near the southwest side of Chicago.
Manufacturing consists of 30 CNC machines capable of performing turning as well as horizontal and vertical milling. We are an ISO 9001:2015 company with capacities of ½ diameter up to 12” diameter.
We are currently seeking an experienced CNC lathe setup machinist to join our production team. This candidate will report directly to the Shop Supervisor. The setup machinist role consists of the following responsibilities depending on the skill level of the candidate:
- Review detailed manufacturing prints
- Create and or edit G-Code at the machine
- Setup jobs with any necessary programming and fixturing
- Setup the machine with required tooling
- Run the machine while checking for machine errors and part non-conformance
- Make adjustments to offset coordinates to compensate for materials, tooling or machine center conditions.
- Inspect parts for adherence to print dimensions and tolerances
- Work independently with minimal direction from senior operations staff to setup jobs, perform machining functions, and troubleshoot machining related issues
- Load and unload parts into the machines weighing up to 30lbs
- Enters data into ERP system.
Desired Capabilities:
- Proficient knowledge of G-Code programming language and be capable of editing code at the machine
- Familiarity with Fanuc controls
- 2+ years of experience setting up and running CNC lathes ideally from the following manufacturers:
Daewoo, Warner & Swasey, or Miyano - English proficiency
- Ability to read small print and inspect small components
- Ability to stand and walk the shop floor to monitor machine operation
- Ability to lift 30lbs
- Must be reliable and show up to work on time
- Must have sound problem solving skills
- Must poses a strong mechanical aptitude
- Must communicate well and be able to follow instructions
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm
Job Type: Full-time (40hrs/week)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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