Precision CNC Machinist
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer
Base pay range: $28.00/hr - $35.00/hr
Location:
On-site near Chicago, IL and Rockford, IL
Industry: Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing
Employment Type:
Full-Time (Direct Hire)
Compensation: $28.00–$35.00 per hour + 10% 2nd Shift Premium for evening schedule
Benefits:
Full suite of benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, PTO, and bonus opportunities.
Shifts Available:
Overtime available, with typical workweeks around 50 hours
- 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM
A rapidly growing aerospace and precision manufacturing company is expanding operations and adding cutting‑edge CNC machining capabilities at its facilities in the Chicago and Rockford areas. We’re seeking experienced Precision CNC Machinists to join a team focused on innovation, quality, and craftsmanship in high‑specification manufacturing environments.
This role provides the chance to work with the latest multi‑axis machining technologies and contribute to mission‑critical components in aerospace, defense, and high‑performance applications. If you're a setup‑proficient machinist with strong attention to detail and experience working with tight tolerances, this opportunity is a strong match.
Key Responsibilities- Set up and operate 4‑and 5‑axis vertical milling machines from raw material through final part.
- Work with aerospace‑grade materials including stainless steel, titanium, alloys, and high‑performance plastics.
- Read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and GD&T symbols to ensure precision manufacturing standards.
- Modify and manipulate G‑Code programs on Fanuc CNC machines.
- Design and adjust fixtures as needed to optimize machining performance.
- Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality in a high‑tech production environment.
- Be part of a high‑growth team adding brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art CNC machines.
- Clean, climate‑controlled facility focused on quality, safety, and operator comfort.
- Join a dynamic team that values your expertise and work ethic, where collaboration fuels success.
- Clear growth path and long‑term stability in a high‑demand industry.
- Familiar with complex CNC milling setups.
- Experience in industries like aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and part inspection.
- Fanuc machine control experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to program or modify G‑code and perform first‑article inspections.
- Strong troubleshooting, fixture design, and machine optimization skills.
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