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CNC Setup Operator

Job in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for: Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Fabrication
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24 - 32 USD Hourly USD 24.00 32.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title: CNC Setup

City and State: Elgin, IL

Pay Rate: $24.00-$32.00/hour DOE

Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Summary

Seeking an experienced CNC Setup Person to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize a variety of CNC machining and fabrication equipment used in the production of precision components. This position works closely with engineering and production teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate Mori Seiki, Takisawa, and Hyundai CNC lathes to manufacture precision components while maintaining quality and production standards.
  • Set up and run Takumi and Hurco CNC mills, Bridgeport mills, and a Mega Gun drilling machine to produce parts to blueprint specifications.
  • Operate Bystronic and Amada press brakes, along with Trumpf and Bystronic laser cutters, to support fabrication and production requirements.
  • Utilize CR Onsrud CNC routers and Hydmech saws for material processing, cutting, and machining operations.
  • Perform tooling changes, machine adjustments, program edits, first-piece inspections, and quality checks using precision measuring equipment.
Qualifications
  • 4+ years of CNC setup and operation experience, preferably with Fanuc controls.
  • Experience with CNC lathes, mills, laser cutters, press brakes, routers, and other metal fabrication equipment.
  • Ability to read blueprints and use micrometers, gauges, comparators, and other precision measuring tools.
  • Experience machining stainless steel and non-ferrous materials; CAD/CAM knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong math, communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skills with a focus on quality and safety.
Benefits
  • Medical Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision/Eyewear plan
  • IL Paid Leave Hours
  • 401k
  • Life insurance
  • Prescription drug reimbursement
  • Short-term disability
  • Referral bonuses

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