2nd Shift CNC Set Up I

Acme Industries, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Gainsharing Bonus Opportunities

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability

Company-Paid Long-Term Disability

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Appreciation Events, Food Trs

Job summary

Acme Industries seeks an experienced CNC Mill Setup Technician for the 2nd shift to build and prove out setups on high-mix, low-volume aerospace/defense components. You will interpret drawings, select tooling, prove out programs, and ensure first article acceptance with tight tolerances.

The role emphasizes independence, tool offset adjustments, and in-process inspections using precision instruments. Competitive pay with shift differential and benefits begins day one.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience with significant setup responsibility.
• Proven ability to independently set up jobs from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of workholding, tooling selection, offsets, and program prove-out.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments and first article inspection.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues.
• Aerospace, defense, or heavy industrial machining experience.
• Experience with FANUC controls.
• Exposure to AS9100 and/or ISO quality systems.
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience training or mentoring machinists or operators.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete job setups on CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, routers, and work instructions.
• Select and qualify tooling, fixtures, and workholding.
• Prove out new and revised programs.
• Make offsets, edits, and adjustments to achieve first article approval.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements independently.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms, tooling failures, surface finish issues, and out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Complete setup documents, inspection records, and non-conformance reports.
• Create repeatable setup documentation to support efficiency and quality.
• Communicate production status and open issues during shift transitions.
• Support safety, quality, and 5S initiatives.
• Assist with training and knowledge sharing as the team grows.

Skills

CNC milling

Setup experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T

First article inspection

Troubleshooting

FANUC controls

AS9100/ISO familiarity

High-mix low-volume

Mentoring machinists

Education

5+ years CNC milling setup experience

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Workholding

Job description

Description

CNC Mill Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

Earn Up to $35.20/Hour + Hire-On Bonus + Benefits Starting Day One

Acme Industries | 1325 Pratt Blvd., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Full-Time | 2nd Shift | Monday-Friday | 4:20 PM - 2:50 AM
Base Pay: $28-$32/Hour + 10% Shift Differential

The Best Setup Machinists Don't Wait for Someone Else to Solve the Problem.

They figure it out.

They're the machinist everyone looks for when a setup isn't right, a program needs proving out, or a critical part can't miss tolerance.

They don't need hand-holding.

They don't wait for the next shift to figure it out.

They own the machine, the process, and the quality.

If that sounds like you, Acme Industries has a seat waiting for you on 2nd Shift.

Why 2nd Shift?

Let's be honest...

Less traffic.

Fewer interruptions.

More machine time.

More independence.

And with a 10% Shift Differential, you can earn up to $35.20/hour while doing the work you already do best.

If you're someone who prefers being trusted to get the job done rather than having someone constantly looking over your shoulder, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

What You'll Earn

• $28-$32/hour base pay
• 10% Shift Differential
• Earn up to $35.20/hour
• Hire-On Bonus Available
• Weekly Pay
• Overtime Opportunities

What Makes This Job Different?

This is not an operator position.

This is not a loading-and-unloading-parts position.

This is a role for a skilled CNC Setup Technician who can independently:

• Build setups
• Prove out programs
• Troubleshoot problems
• Hold tight tolerances
• Deliver quality parts
• Keep production moving

You'll work on challenging, high-mix, low-volume components for aerospace, defense, transportation, mining, and power generation customers where precision isn't optional.

What You'll Do

• Perform complete job setups on CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers
• Interpret engineering drawings, routers, and work instructions
• Select and qualify tooling, fixtures, and workholding
• Prove out new and revised programs
• Make offsets, edits, and adjustments to achieve first article approval
• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements independently
• Troubleshoot machine alarms, tooling failures, surface finish issues, and out-of-tolerance conditions
• Complete setup documents, inspection records, and non-conformance reports
• Create repeatable setup documentation to support efficiency and quality
• Communicate production status and open issues during shift transitions
• Support safety, quality, and 5S initiatives
• Assist with training and knowledge sharing as the team grows

Why Acme Industries?

For more than 75 years, Acme Industries has been a trusted precision manufacturing partner serving some of the world's most demanding industries.

As an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:D certified manufacturer, we build components where quality, reliability, and craftsmanship matter.

But what really sets us apart is our people.

We invest in employee development, recognize strong performance, promote growth from within, and provide opportunities to build long-term careers.

Benefits Start Day One

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Gainsharing Bonus Opportunities
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Appreciation Events, Food Trucks, Ice Cream Days & More

2nd Shift Schedule

Monday-Friday
4:20 PM - 2:50 AM

More Pay. More Ownership. More Opportunity.

If you're the machinist who can take a setup from print to production and takes pride in getting it right the first time, apply today and join Acme Industries.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

5+ years of CNC milling experience with significant setup responsibility

Proven ability to independently set up jobs from start to finish

Strong understanding of workholding, tooling selection, offsets, and program prove-out

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T

Experience with precision measuring instruments and first article inspection

Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace, defense, or heavy industrial machining experience

Experience with FANUC controls

Exposure to AS9100 and/or ISO quality systems

Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment

Previous experience training or mentoring machinists or operators