CNC Machine Set-Up Operator

CNC Machine Set-Up Operator

Now hiring CNC Machine Set-Up Operator for Wabtec! Buffalo Grove, IL Pay rate: $25.00 – $28.00 per hour Shift: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm, Mon – Fri (potential for 2nd shift availability)

Where every cut counts. Searching for CNC Machine Set-Up Operator jobs in Buffalo Grove? Join a crew that respects skill, rewards precision, and runs on good machines and better people.

On the job set up and operate VMCs, HMCs, TMCs, CO2 lasers, fiber lasers, break presses, and/or robotic welders

Perform light program edits on mills, lathes, lasers, or robotic welders, including tool offsets, reference points, and conditional switches

Maintain quality by observing drilling, cutting, turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations

Troubleshoot processes, detect malfunctions, and replace or sharpen worn tools

Plan machining by interpreting work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, and GD&T specifications

Verify machine settings and first-run parts using precision measuring tools like micrometers and calipers

Document production and quality activities to maintain continuity across shifts

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation

Follow safety procedures, maintain good housekeeping, and uphold 5S standards

Participate in ongoing learning to stay updated on technical publications and new machining techniques

Benefits at Wabtec

At Wabtec, we don't just offer a job – we provide a platform to innovate, grow, and advance your career. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings, life insurance, annual bonus eligibility, and wellness programs. With a culture centered on inclusion, leadership, and continuous improvement, you'll be part of a global team of 30,000 employees driving the future of transportation.

What gets you in the door

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or 6–12 months related experience

Proficient in reading blueprints, engineering plans, and GD&T

Ability to operate multiple types of CNC machines and equipment

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Basic math, geometry, and simple trigonometry skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Commitment to safety and quality standards

About Staffmark

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries.

Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.