CNC Machinist

Kelly; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Term life insurance

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Transit benefit

Sick leave

Job summary

Kelly in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up, operate and troubleshoot 3–5‑axis vertical milling machines in a state‑of‑the‑art shop.

You will read blueprints, interpret specifications, and perform G-code/M-code programming with Fanuc or Mazak controls, while inspecting parts with precision tools.

This 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM) offers training on 1st shift and competitive hourly wages of $32.00–$36.50.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC vertical mills.
• Proficiency with Fanuc and/or Mazak controls.
• Experience with G-Code and M-Code programming.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, feeds, speeds, and workholding.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC vertical milling machines in 3, 4, and 5-axis configurations.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Utilize G-Code and M-Code programming to support machining operations and setup activities.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and operational issues to ensure production efficiency.
• Inspect first-piece and in-process components using precision measuring instruments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain accurate production records utilizing shop floor management software.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced machinists and operators.
• Collaborate with supervisors and leadership regarding process improvements and machine performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

CNC Machining

Fanuc/Mazak familiarity

G-Code

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Math skills

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc control

Mazak control

G-code programming

Job description

Description

CNC Machinist
Bedford Park, IL
2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Must be able to train on 1st shift
$32.00 - $36.50 per hour

Join a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment where your CNC machining expertise will contribute to the production of complex precision tooling and components. We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist with strong setup capabilities, advanced milling experience, and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The CNC Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining CNC vertical milling machines in 3, 4, and 5-axis configurations. This role requires experience with complex precision machining, blueprint interpretation, quality inspections, and CNC controls including Fanuc and Mazak systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC vertical milling machines in 3, 4, and 5-axis configurations.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Utilize G-Code and M-Code programming to support machining operations and setup activities.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and operational issues to ensure production efficiency.
• Inspect first-piece and in-process components using precision measuring instruments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain accurate production records utilizing shop floor management software.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced machinists and operators.
• Collaborate with supervisors and leadership regarding process improvements and machine performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support company safety initiatives and comply with all safety regulations and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC vertical mills.
• Proficiency with Fanuc and/or Mazak controls.
• Experience with G-Code and M-Code programming.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, feeds, speeds, and workholding.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment including:
• Micrometers (outside, inside, and depth)
• Calipers
• Dial indicators
• Height gauges
• Dial bore gauges
• Strong shop math skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Machinist Certificate, MIMS Certification, or related technical training.
• Experience machining complex 3D tooling and mold components.
• Experience with 4th and 5th-axis machining.
• Manual machining experience.
• Mold manufacturing, tooling, or tool room experience.
• Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience.

Benefits and Perks

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.