2nd Shift CNC Machinist

Gleason•Loves Park, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join a workplace where quality craftsmanship is respected and people genuinely enjoy working together! We’re seeking CNC Machinists/Operators to join a team known for its strong culture, professionalism, and long-term career opportunities. In this role, you’ll put your experience to work performing department processes that include both documentation-based tasks and hands-on machine operations. Depending on your expertise, you’ll work with CNC equipment such as lathes, boring mills, milling machines, grinding machines, and shapers—producing precision components in an environment that values doing things right the first time. What truly sets us apart is our culture. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, respectful workplace where experienced machinists are trusted, supported, and valued. We offer a stable environment built for long-term success, where employees are encouraged to grow their skills, take ownership of their work, and build a lasting career—not just punch a clock. If you take pride in precision, value teamwork, and want to be part of a company that invests in its people for the long run, we’d love to talk with you.

Requirements

Previous CNC machine operation experience
Ability to learn specific computer software and systems
Knowledge of “trade” mathematics
Multi-task and engage in work related activities to maximize productivity.
Works cooperatively with others
Does what it takes to meet productivity targets and metrics

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, program readouts, and technical directives to determine and obtain materials and cutting tools for the job and to visualize the finished part and critical surfaces, dimensions, and tolerances.
Complete machine set ups.
Follow detailed instructions concerning the location of necessary dimensions on blueprints, sequence of machine operations, machine feeds and speeds, tools to be used, alignment processes, and predetermined machined dimensions.
Align parts in the machine according to set methods and given reference points, exercising care to keep material, holding fixtures, and machine stops clear of chips and particles.
Use knowledge of machine operations to recognize defective tooling, improper coolant flow, the need for changing speeds or feeds, machine malfunctions, or obvious dimensional deviations. Correct the problem by adjusting the machine, cutting tool, or fixture or obtain assistance from a higher-level machinist.
Use measuring instruments such as internal and external micrometers, height and depth gages, indicators, scales, and various standard or preset snap, plug, bore, or ring gages to achieve and maintain critical dimensions and tolerances during the machining process.
Use measuring instruments to check the accuracy of dimensions and maintain dimensions using fixtures or preset machine stops, depending upon the dimensional tolerances allowed.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
Flexible scheduling options available in some departments
NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program
Shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts
Formal and informal development opportunities.
Paid holidays, PTO, and Sick Time
Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Wellness reimbursement
Opportunity to join our onsite fitness facility
Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary/Company paid life insurance (eligible 1st of month after hire)
401k
Tuition reimbursement (eligible one year after hire and with Management approval)
Employee Assistance Program