CNC Mill and Lathe Machinist - 1st Shift

Job Title: CNC Mill and Lathe Machinist-1st shift

Location: Elgin, IL

Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire

Pay rate: 24-30/HR

Shift: 7am-3:30pm

Set up and operate CNC Mills and Lathes. Plan, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of fixtures and tools. Work from existing programs, equipment manuals, prints, work orders and instructions.

• Work with engineering personnel and operators to coordinate machining of work pieces.
• Set up equipment using common hand tools, set controls and input program instructions to get maximum capacity out of equipment.
• Insert and indicate in tooling, modify programs as necessary and operate equipment.
• Run test samples and check with required tooling as necessary, monitor equipment operation and make operating adjustments as required.
• Gauge finished work piece to ensure part is within tolerances.
• Finish work piece using grinders, mills, EDM, and honing equipment.
• Clean and put away precision measuring and electronic testing equipment.
• Clean and lubricate equipment as necessary, use correct type and amount of lubrication and apply lubricants neatly.
• Fill out parts requisitions, tool requests, and other required paperwork.
• Follow all written quality and other procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 4+ years of experience setting up / running CNC Mills
• Feature Cam or Fusion 360 programming knowledge and experience is a plus
• Knowledge of basic machine skills (such as lathes, grinders, EDM sinkers, mills)
• CAD/CAM knowledge is helpful but not required
• Able to read micrometer, gauges and comparator. Also able to read blueprints.
• Good computer skills and math skills
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Good organization skills; able to prioritize and plan multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self motivated; proactive in improving processes and anticipating needs/problems
• Team player; able to work well with a wide variety of people
• Quality and safety focused
• Able to read and write fluently in English
• Must be willing to work some overtime
• ESPO has a comprehensive benefit package which includes group health insurance and dental insurance after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

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