3rd-Shift CNC Lathe Machinist - $3 Shift Diff + Benefits

Cope Plastics; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 30,265 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Cope Plastics Inc. in Alton, IL is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist Lathe for our fabrication department. This full-time, third-shift role offers $21.97–$25.00 per hour plus a $3 shift differential. You will set up and operate lathes, download programs, and ensure parts meet tolerance requirements.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of CNC machining experience. Saw experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school education or GED.
• Experience: Three years of general machining/CNC machine experience.

Responsibilities

• Keys in or downloads provided programs into mills, lathes using prescribed tooling and procedures.
• Works from detailed instructions to mount tools and position work piece.
• Operates control console to orient spindle and verify work position.
• Adjusts machine and fixture stops to maintain tolerances.
• Interprets part drawings and uses measuring instruments to check positioning.
• Identifies and reports machine malfunctions or tooling issues.
• Deburrs, inspects, and prepares parts for transport to packaging.

Skills

CNC machining

Lathe operation

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cope Plastics Inc. in Alton, IL is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist Lathe for our fabrication department. This full-time, third-shift role offers $21.97–$25.00 per hour plus a $3 shift differential. You will set up and operate lathes, download programs, and ensure parts meet tolerance requirements.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of CNC machining experience. Saw experience is a plus but not required.