CNC Operator
- Location
- Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Overview Build your machining career with a growing manufacturer producing precision components for advanced industries, including the semiconductor market. We’re looking for CNC Machinists who have a foundation in machining and want an opportunity to continue developing their skills. You’ll work primarily with CNC mills and lathes, including 3-axis mills and Haas equipment, while learning from experienced machinists in a well-equipped manufacturing environment. We provide hands-on training and development to help motivated employees expand their skills, learn more advanced machining work, and take on greater responsibility over time. Why Join Us
• Build Your Skills: Hands-on training and opportunities to progress into setups and more advanced machining.
- Build Your Skills: Hands-on training and opportunities to progress into setups and more advanced machining.
- Modern CNC Equipment: Work with CNC mills and lathes, including Haas machines and 3-axis machining centers.
- Growing Business: Continued investment in equipment, people, and manufacturing capabilities.
- Overtime Opportunity: Optional weekly overtime for employees looking to earn additional income.
• $5k sign-on bonus (on 2nd shift)
- $5k sign-on bonus (on 2nd shift)
- $26 - $32 / hr (including differential)
- 15% shift differential
- Weekly overtime opportunities on Friday
- 2nd shift : Monday - Thursday (4x10s)
Responsibilities
• CNC Machine Operation: Operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision machined components. • Production: Load and unload parts, monitor machine cycles, and keep assigned equipment running efficiently. • Blueprints & Work Instructions: Follow prints, job travelers, and manufacturing instructions to complete assigned work. • Quality Inspection: Check finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment. • Tool Changes & Adjustments: Perform basic tooling changes and machine adjustments with support as needed. • Machine Setups: Assist with or perform setups based on experience level; independent setup experience is a plus but not required. • Training & Development: Participate in hands-on training to develop setup, machining, inspection, and broader manufacturing skills. Requirements Qualifications Required
• Some previous CNC machining, machine operation, or relevant technical training
- Some previous CNC machining, machine operation, or relevant technical training
- Basic understanding of manufacturing or machining processes
- Ability to read basic blueprints or willingness to develop this skill
- Familiarity with basic precision measuring tools
- Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and take on increasingly advanced machining responsibilities
- Ability to work safely and reliably in a manufacturing environment
- Experience operating CNC mills or lathes
- Experience with Haas CNC equipment
- Experience with 3-axis CNC mills
- Basic machine setup experience
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Technical school, machining program, apprenticeship, or related manufacturing education
- Manual machining or other hands-on manufacturing experience
From Laborup's careers page (Workable), checked 31 Oct 2026.
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Posted 8 Sept 2026 · checked 31 Oct 2026 · Report this job