CNC Machine Operator II — Precision Manufacturing Pro

HuFriedyGroup; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

HuFriedyGroup is seeking a CNC Machine Operator II in Northbrook, IL to fabricate precision components in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will operate CNC equipment, interpret blueprints, and uphold GMP and Lean practices to ensure product quality.

You will perform start-up/shutdown, tooling changes, and dimensional inspections with micrometers, calipers, and Go/No-Go gauges. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a 5S environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of CNC operating experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and procedures.
• Proficient in performing geometry offsets and tooling changes.
• Capable of starting, stopping, restarting, and recovering from faults.
• Read blueprints and engineering drawings; maintain documentation.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Willing to work overtime or alternate shifts as needed.
• Must wear PPE and follow EH&S requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines independently to meet production, quality, and safety standards.
• Perform start-up, shutdown, restart, and fault recovery following procedures.
• Conduct geometry offsets to maintain dimensional specs.
• Execute tooling changes and verify tool selection using the tool vending system.
• Read blueprints, drawings, travelers, and work instructions.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Utilize the Oasis Vision System for inspections when applicable.
• Document first-piece and in-process production and quality metrics.
• Identify and escalate quality concerns to Set-Up Technician or Supervisor.
• Record production output, quality metrics, and labor data; calculate cycle times.
• Maintain clean work areas and 5S standards; support Lean initiatives.

Skills

CNC Operation

Blueprint Reading

Quality Inspection

Dimensional Measurement

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Go/No-Go Gauges

Oasis Vision System

Job description

HuFriedyGroup is seeking a CNC Machine Operator II in Northbrook, IL to fabricate precision components in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will operate CNC equipment, interpret blueprints, and uphold GMP and Lean practices to ensure product quality.

You will perform start-up/shutdown, tooling changes, and dimensional inspections with micrometers, calipers, and Go/No-Go gauges. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a 5S environment.