CNC Lathe Machinist ($28-32/hr)

100Hires, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Elgin, IL is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist for the 1st shift. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC turning equipment to produce precision parts per print, with direct-hire, full-time employment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on CNC lathe experience, blueprints literacy, and the ability to read tolerances, make offset/tool changes, and document production quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have CNC lathe or turning experience.
• Able to read blueprints and tolerances.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and tooling changes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes/turning centers for production.
• Perform machine setups, including tooling, workholding, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Make necessary offset and tooling adjustments to maintain part quality and tolerances.
• Monitor machining processes and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures.

Skills

CNC Lathe

Blueprint Reading

Gauges & Micrometers

Tool Offsets

Quality Documentation

Troubleshooting

Tools

CNC Turning Centers

Job description

A well-established manufacturing company in Elgin, IL is looking to add an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to its 1st-shift team. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity for a machinist who is comfortable setting up and operating CNC turning equipment while producing precision components to print.ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate CNC lathes/turning centers for production.Perform machine setups, including tooling, workholding, offsets, and program adjustments.Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.Make necessary offset and tooling adjustments to maintain part quality and tolerances.Monitor machining processes and troubleshoot issues as they arise.Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.Follow all company safety and quality procedures.QualificationsPrevious CNC lathe or CNC turning experience in a manufacturing environment.Hands-on CNC machine setup experience strongly preferred.Ability to read blueprints and understand dimensional tolerances.Experience using precision inspection and measuring equipment.Comfortable making offsets, tool changes, and basic program adjustments.Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.Able to work independently while maintaining production and quality standards.Position Highlights1st Shift: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday$28–$32/hourFull-time, direct-hire opportunityConsistent weekday scheduleEstablished manufacturing environmentOpportunity to utilize and continue developing CNC machining skills