CNC VMC Setup Machinist / MAZATROL Programmer

Maxcess International • Melrose Park, IL

1d • $30 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Maxcess is seeking an experienced CNC VMC Setup Machinist / MAZATROL Programmer to produce a variety of general machine parts on Mazak VMCs. The role takes jobs from engineering print through finished part: programming, setup, production, inspection, and adjustments to maintain quality. MAZATROL experience is preferred, and training is available for an experienced CNC machinist with strong VMC setup skills. The position offers a first-shift schedule, hourly pay of $30–$38 depending on experience and skill, and 10–15 hours of overtime available each week, paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.

The work is performed in a hands-on machining environment using three Mazak VMCs. The successful candidate will be reliable, able to work independently, and capable of maintaining production and quality requirements while keeping machines, tooling, and work areas clean and organized.

Requirements

• Strong CNC VMC setup experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and work holding.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to take a job from setup through finished parts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• MAZATROL programming experience is preferred; training is available for an experienced CNC machinist who does not yet have this experience.
• Strong VMC setup skills and the ability to read prints, understand tooling and machining processes, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Program Mazak VMCs using MAZATROL conversational programming.
• Set up and operate Mazak VMCs.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Select and set cutting tools.
• Set tool and work offsets.
• Prove out programs and make necessary adjustments.
• Run multiple machines efficiently.
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Make offset and program adjustments to maintain part quality.
• Troubleshoot machining and setup problems.
• Maintain production and quality requirements.
• Keep machines, tooling, and work areas clean and organized.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $30–$38, depending on experience and skill level.
• 10–15 hours of overtime available each week, paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate.
• Consistent first-shift schedule.
• Opportunity to develop MAZATROL programming skills.
• Stable, hands-on machining environment.
• Opportunity to become an important part of the operation.

What This Job Offers

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