CNC Programmer–Operator, Turning & VMC Cells

Your Next Precision Challenge Starts Here Imagine taking raw bar stock and transforming it into aerospace-grade components that keep the world moving. At Timken’s Aurora Bearing facility, we’re looking for a CNC professional who thrives on accuracy, keeps machines in peak condition, and pursues continuous improvement—especially on afternoon/second shift.

The Mission Create precision parts on CNC lathes and mills while holding print-defined characteristics. You’ll program or operate equipment, validate first-piece quality, and manage repeatability through disciplined in-process checks.

How You’ll Execute Program and/or run CNC equipment to machine I.D./O.D. features from bar stock, including facing, chamfering, grooving, and drilling.

Choose and swap arbors, fixtures, inserts, speeds/feeds, and tooling per blueprint specs.

Produce first-piece parts, make offset/tool changes to hit tolerances, and complete paperwork for set-up approval.

Load parts, cycle machines, check at designated intervals, and adjust to maintain quality throughout the operation.

Keep machines production-ready: monitor fluid levels and perform routine care.

Surface grind and re-sharpen arbor teeth as needed.

Schedule & Pay Afternoon/2nd-shift opportunities available.
1st

Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.2nd

Shift: 3:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m.Compensation starts at $21.50/hour (experience-based) with a $1.50/hour differential for 2nd shift.

What You Bring High School Diploma or GED.Ideally 1+ year operating CNC machinery in manufacturing; set-up experience preferred.

Background with Hardinge lathes and/or HAAS, Mazak, Ganesh, Doosan equipment is a plus.

Proficiency with gages and micrometers and confidence reading blueprints.

Technical ToolkitGD&TEquipment TroubleshootingCNC Tooling Troubleshooting SkillsG-CodeM-CodeCNC Machine Setup & Changeover Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology Aerospace Manufacturing Troubleshooting CNC Machines Manual Machining Skills Excellent Communication Skills Shop Math Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Blueprint Reading Basic Computer Skills Platforms & MachinesCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC):
Mazak, Haas, Okuma, DoosanCNC Lathe (2–4 axis):
Mazak, Haas, Okuma, DoosanCNC Swiss LatheCNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
CNC Lathe (5+ axis)
Benefits that Back Your Craft
401(k) plan with a company match for the first 6%
Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Health Savings Account with company contribution

Flexible Spending Account Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness programs and discounts

If you’re driven by precision and eager to grow with on-the-job training, you’ll fit right in at Timken’s Aurora Bearing facility. Let’s build what moves the world.
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