Advanced CNC Turning Technician

Durex Manufacturing; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Durex Industries is seeking an Advanced CNC Turning Technician for the 2nd shift in Cary, IL. You will set up, run, and improve turning and milling processes for precision components, translating prints into reliable operations and ensuring tight tolerances.

You will also mentor operators, support scheduling and materials, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives. Benefits include a sign-on bonus up to $5,000.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Proficient with calipers, micrometers, indicators, edge finders, and blueprint reading.
• Experienced with CNC controls and cutting tools; capable of deburring and final handling to customer specifications.
• Independent, organized, detail‑minded, safety and quality oriented; communicates well with peers, departments, and management.
• Own your work: you take responsibility for decisions and their impact on others.
• GD&T application on the floor.
• CNC programming with G-code and M-code; confident with edits at the control.
• Setups and changeovers for production runs; precision measurement and hand metrology.
• Strong lathe experience with complementary milling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Translate work orders, routers, and prints into turning and milling operations.
• Set up close‑tolerance and conventional jobs: study drawings, load CNC programs, install tools, verify offsets.
• Run first articles; conduct operational checks and quality tests; verify parts with precision measuring tools.
• Document everything thoroughly—sign‑offs, forms, reports, logs, and electronic records.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes; adjust tooling and code to keep production on track.
• Contribute to training, workflow coordination, scheduling support, inventory and material management.
• Pitch in with additional tasks as assigned and model safety and quality in every action.

Skills

Calipers

Micrometers

Blueprint reading

CNC controls

G-code / M-code

Lathe operation

Milling knowledge

GD&T

Problem solving

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Haas

Okuma

Doosan

Edge finders

First article inspection

Job description

Advanced CNC Turning TechnicianDo you thrive on dialing in a setup, reading a blueprint like a roadmap, and watching a clean, consistent chip curl? Ready to take ownership on 2nd shift and help a growing team push quality to the next level—while earning a sign‑on bonus up to $5,000? If so, Durex Industries wants to meet you.What we are buildingWe are expanding with new, state‑of‑the‑art CNC equipment and looking for a lathe expert who can set up, run, and continuously improve machining processes for precision components. Depending on your background, you may also guide operators, coordinate workflows, support production scheduling, manage materials, and step into team leadership.What you will doTranslate work orders, routers, and prints into reliable turning and milling operations. Set up close‑tolerance and conventional jobs: study drawings and samples, load CNC programs, install tools, and verify offsets. Run first articles; conduct operational checks and quality tests; verify parts with precision measuring tools. Document everything thoroughly—sign‑offs, forms, reports, logs, and electronic records. Tackle problems fast: troubleshoot equipment and processes, adjust tooling and code, and keep production on track. Contribute to training, workflow coordination, scheduling support, inventory and material management, and broader continuous improvement. Pitch in with additional tasks as assigned and model safety and quality in every action.Skills and experienceHigh school diploma or GED preferred.Proficient with calipers, micrometers, indicators, edge finders, and blueprint reading.Experienced with CNC controls and cutting tools; capable of deburring and final handling to customer specifications.Independent, organized, detail‑minded, safety and quality oriented; communicates well with peers, departments, and management.Own your work: you take responsibility for decisions and their impact on others.Technical proficienciesGD&T application on the floor.Equipment troubleshooting and corrective actions.CNC tooling strategies for accuracy, finish, and throughput.CNC programming with G‑code and M‑code; confident with edits at the control.CNC machine installation; understanding of machine geometry and alignment.Setups and changeovers for production runs; precision measurement and hand metrology.Strong lathe experience with complementary milling knowledge.Machines you will touchCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Haas, Okuma, Doosan.CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Haas.CNC Lathe (5+ axis): Okuma.Why you will like it hereWork with modern equipment, contribute to a strong safety and quality culture, and grow your influence—on a consistent 2nd shift with a competitive sign‑on bonus opportunity. Your craftsmanship will help us deliver exceptional results for our customers.