Machinist

Atkore

About The Position

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together—a future focused on serving our customers and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety, and infrastructure solutions. We are seeking a Machinist to join our team in Crete, IL. Reporting to the Crete Value Stream Manager, this individual will be responsible for setting up and operating a wide range of machine tools to produce various parts that meet time, safety, and quality standards. This role includes developing operational sequences and performing complete programming for complex components on CNC machine tools. Primary focus will be CNC milling machines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Strong basic math and communication skills.
Excellent technical ability, including mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving.
Willingness and ability to learn and maintain equipment and machinery.
Basic hand tools and measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Experience using CAD and CNC software preferred.
3–5 years of experience in machining or Tool & Die work preferred.

Responsibilities

Primarily operate CNC milling machines, with potential work on lathes, surface grinders, water jets, EDM machines, and mechanical rebuilds.
Interpret oral and written instructions from supervisors or assigned personnel.
Diagnose and troubleshoot machine assemblies to perform necessary repairs on tools, manual dies, and progressive dies.
Conduct test runs to verify accuracy and ensure all components meet specifications.
Make adjustments to machining processes as required.
Select appropriate metals and materials to meet project specifications.
Set up and operate both conventional and CNC machine tools.
Adhere to all Life Saving Rules, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), Machine Guarding/Bypassing Safety Controls, and Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) protocols.
Achieve daily performance targets in Safety, Delivery, Quality, and Cost.
Support 5S initiatives in all assigned work areas.
Repair, manufacture, reassemble, and install parts for dies, mechanical assemblies, and mechanical design projects.