CNC Machinist​/Setup

CNC Machinist/Set-up Operator

We are working with a client company in the Urbana-Champaign, IL area seeking a CNC Machinist/Set-up Operator for 2nd shift.

• 3–10+ years of CNC machining experience (mills, lathes, 5-axis)
• Comfortable with setup and operation, not just button-pushing
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and tight tolerances
• Experience making offsets and basic program edits (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of tooling selection and cutting parameters Experience with first article inspections and in-process quality checks

• Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges
• Understanding of feeds & speeds, materials (steel, aluminum, stainless)
• Fixture setup and part changeovers
• Preventative machine maintenance basics
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure (nice to have)

• High attention to detail and quality mindset
• Ability to run multiple machines (if applicable)
• Consistent attendance and reliability
• Team-oriented but able to work independently
• Comfortable in a fast-paced job shop or medium-volume production environment

• CAD/CAM exposure (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.)
• Multi-axis machining (4th/5th axis)
• Prototype + short-run experience
• Troubleshooting scrap and improving cycle times

, 5-axis, lathe, milling

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.