CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe

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CNC Machinist II — Vertical Lathe | Libertyville, IL

Full-Time | On-Site | CNC Machining / Manufacturing

Monday–Friday | 4:00 PM–12:30 AM

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN

Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing

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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist II — Vertical Lathe for a full-time opportunity in Libertyville, Illinois. This role specifically requires hands‑on CNC Vertical Lathe / VTL experience and is intended for an experienced machinist capable of setup, operation, program editing, blueprint interpretation, dimensional inspection, and independent production work.

The CNC Machinist II supports production by setting up and operating CNC equipment, maintaining accurate job and production data, interpreting work orders and part drawings, completing dimensional inspections, and ensuring finished components meet established quality standards.

This position requires significant experience with Vertical Turning Lathes / Vertical CNC Lathes . General CNC machining experience without direct vertical‑lathe experience does not meet the core requirement for this opening.

• Monday–Friday
• 4:00 PM–12:30 AM
• Full-Time
• Fully On-Site in Libertyville, Illinois
• Safety‑Sensitive Position

• Set up and operate CNC vertical lathes / vertical turning equipment
• Produce components according to work orders, drawings, and specifications
• Edit and write CNC programs as required
• Upload and download CNC programs between programmer and machine
• Verify CNC program output before and during production
• Load and verify cutting tools
• Load and verify fixtures
• Fabricate basic fixtures when necessary
• Align fixtures accurately
• Locate fixture centers
• Establish accurate machining setups
• Run production parts while maintaining quality and productivity
• Make appropriate in‑process adjustments

• Interpret work orders, flow sheets, and part drawings
• Read and understand blueprint dimensions and tolerances
• Inspect components using manual gauges
• Complete in‑process inspections
• Submit first‑article inspections to Quality Assurance
• Submit final inspections to Quality Assurance
• Verify completed parts meet blueprint and quality requirements
• Maintain accurate inspection information throughout production

• Select and verify the appropriate tools and fixtures for each job
• Align work holding and fixtures accurately
• Fabricate basic fixtures when required
• Pull and verify correct materials from the staging area according to established workflows
• Maintain accurate setup and material information

Candidates must have practical CNC programming experience rather than machine‑operation experience alone. Relevant responsibilities may include:

• Editing CNC Programs
• Writing CNC Programs
• G‑Code Editing
• Uploading Programs to Machines
• Downloading Programs
• Program Verification
• In‑Process Program Adjustments
• Program‑Based Machine Setup

• Log job information using ERP software
• Record production time and job data
• Maintain accurate production records
• Follow material and production workflows within the ERP system
• Communicate with supervision regarding job progress and completion

• Perform daily machine preventive maintenance
• Perform monthly machine preventive maintenance
• Maintain equipment according to established procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow 5S principles
• Support production efficiency and reduced equipment downtime

• Follow all established safety requirements
• Follow applicable Quality System requirements
• Maintain accurate inspection practices
• Support consistent product quality
• Maintain an organized and safe machining environment
• Follow all requirements applicable to a safety‑sensitive manufacturing position

The ideal candidate has at least five years of CNC machining experience with substantial direct experience operating and setting up Vertical CNC Lathes / VTLs
. Strong candidates will also demonstrate CNC programming and editing…