CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator - 3rd Shift, Flexible Hours

bullmoosetube; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Monthly bonus potential

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bull Moose Tube Company in Chicago Heights, IL is seeking a full-time CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator for the 3rd shift (4 p.m. to 12 a.m.). The role requires schedule flexibility and a commitment to safety and quality.

The successful candidate will operate CNC lathes (Fanuc controls), maintain tooling, read tooling drawings, and work with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules. A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to lift 50 pounds are essential. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or completed apprenticeship in machining or two years of related experience.
• Strong math skills and ability to read tooling drawings.
• Ability to work overtime and various shifts; schedule flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cutoff dies, install new jaws for each mill changeover.
• Sort cutoff blades and jaws for regrinding.
• Operate a CNC lathe with Fanuc controls to polish and regrind rolls.
• Operate forklift and chain hoist.
• Replace bearings on idler rolls.
• Prepare tooling set-up carts for mill changeovers.
• Maintain tooling components and related assemblies.

Skills

Teamwork

Math skills

Verbal communication

Education

Associate degree or apprenticeship in machining/CNC

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Bull Moose Tube Company in Chicago Heights, IL is seeking a full-time CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator for the 3rd shift (4 p.m. to 12 a.m.). The role requires schedule flexibility and a commitment to safety and quality.

The successful candidate will operate CNC lathes (Fanuc controls), maintain tooling, read tooling drawings, and work with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules. A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to lift 50 pounds are essential. Training is provided.