CNC Machinist

Laborup • Lake Zurich, IL

5d

About The Position

We’re hiring CNC Machinists at all experience levels to join a precision machining team supporting the semiconductor industry. Depending on experience, the role may involve operating established jobs or independently handling setups, troubleshooting, process improvement, and complex high-mix work. The company is expanding its equipment and capabilities and offers opportunities to develop across CNC mills, turning centers, mill-turns, and other advanced equipment, with training toward more technical work.

Compensation is $23–$35 per hour base, or $28–$40 per hour including the 15% second-shift differential. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for second-shift employees. First shift is Monday through Friday, five eight-hour days. Second shift is Monday through Thursday, four ten-hour days. Optional Friday overtime is available.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Independent setup machining experience.
• Experience with CNC mills and lathes.
• Strong blueprint interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment.
• Experience editing offsets and G-code.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities.

Nice To Haves

• High-mix, low-volume machining experience.
• Mill-turn machining experience.
• 5-axis machining experience.
• CAD/CAM experience.
• Manual machining background.
• Technical machining education or apprenticeship.
• Experience mentoring less experienced machinists.
• Continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform machine setups from blueprint to first part.
• Read complex prints and manufacturing documentation.
• Edit offsets and make basic G-code adjustments.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Resolve machining and tooling issues independently.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Assist machinists with setups and troubleshooting.
• Produce quality parts while following safety procedures.

Benefits

• 15% second-shift differential.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for second-shift employees.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Optional Friday overtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed