CNC Machine Operator III - 2nd Shift (Mon - Fri, 2:30pm-11:00pm)

TE Connectivity; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a CNC operator in Grayslake, IL to set up fixtures and run CNC machines per customer specs. You will read blueprints, load materials, change tooling, and work with QA to ensure parts meet tolerances.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and maintaining an orderly work area, with a focus on teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of Haas machines is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings.
• Aptitude for math, problem-solving, and computers, including Excel.
• Mechanical aptitude and mathematically literate.
• Ability to work independently.
• Standing, moving, and reaching during shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC fixtures and operate CNC machines to meet specifications.
• Read blueprints and drawings to determine fabrication requirements.
• Load materials and perform tooling changes as needed.
• Inspect products with Quality Department during production.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Report drawing or BOM discrepancies to Cell Lead or Supervisor.
• Follow safety rules and shop environment.

Skills

Excel

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Haas machines

Job description

• Communicate effectively.

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

Set up basic fixtures and operate a variety of CNC (computer numerical control) machines in order to produce products according to the customers’ specifications.

Job Requirements

• Perform basic CNC machinery set up functions by using preset program.
• Understand specifications required to fabricate products by reading blueprint, mechanical drawings and other drawings and written material.
• Prepare and load materials onto the machine.
• Perform basic tooling changes, as needed.
• Work closely with the Quality Department to conduct inspections during the production process and verify product meets specifications.
• Maintain productivity at levels that match or exceed production standards.
• Communicate with Cell Lead or Supervisor on all issues related to discrepancies on drawing or BOM.
• Follow safety rules and use safe procedures.
• Keep all tools and supplies put away in the appropriate location on a daily basis. Keep work area clean and organized.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Knowledge of Haas machines is preferred but not required.
• Basic ability to read blueprints/drawings.
• Aptitude for math, problem-solving, and computers, including working knowledge of Excel.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Mathematically literate.
• Communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment such as:
• Air and power tools,
• Micrometers, calipers, rulers, tape measures and gages
• Ability to work independently.
• Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
• Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
• Work performed in a shop environment.
• Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $25.00/Hour + 10% Shift Differential = $27.50/Hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.