CNC Machinist

Proenergy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

401K Plan

10 Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

PROENERGY in the United States is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and maintain production on CNC operated machines, ensuring on-time delivery of precision components. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to train others during a phased onboarding period.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with a technical trade degree or machinist apprenticeship, fluent English, and be eligible to work in the US. Some travel for training is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two-year technical trade degree or completion of a machinist apprenticeship program. On Job Training (OJT) acceptable, with demonstrated skills.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• US work authorization is required; company will not sponsor.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for production: set up/qualify and ensure part conformance on various 5 Axis CNC machines.
• Preview and understand machine programs, setup information, and operation of the machine being set up.
• Troubleshoot non-conformances from programming errors, tooling or part misloading, dull cutters, coolant issues, and operator errors.
• Train operators to ensure abilities and sign off on training.
• Ensure quality standards are met by yourself and operators.
• Communicate discrepancies to immediate lead.
• Use measuring equipment to support quality requirements.
• Record in-process measurements in ERP or similar system.
• Review complex work instructions and blueprints; ask clarifying questions.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Maintain machine and operator conformance of production parts.
• Perform production work as part of the team.
• Travel for training as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma + technical trade degree or machinist apprenticeship

Job description

Our Footprint

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

InKansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought‑after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And ourworldwide service centersensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality‑oriented problem‑solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

Candidate is responsible to set up and maintain production on CNC operated machines. Candidate is also responsible for on time delivery of manufactured components, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team environment. Candidates with the desired experience and/or skills will be provided additional training on specific machines for this career opportunity. Some travel will be expected during the first couple months of employment for training on specific machines. This is an intermediate level position.

Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd., Sedalia, MO 65301

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for production: Set up/qualify/ and ensure part conformance on various 5 Axis CNC machines.
• Preview and understand machine programs, written set up information, and proper function and operation of machine being set up.
• Trouble shoot non-conformances derived from programming errors, tooling or part misloading, dull cutters, coolant flow, and operator errors.
• Training of operators to ensure operational abilities/skills and signing off on said training
• Ensuring quality standards are met by yourself and operators
• Communicate discrepancies and non-conformances to immediate lead
• Utilize measuring equipment in support of quality requirements
• Record and input in-process measurement data utilizing an ERP system or similar method.
• Review and interpret complex work instructions, processes, and blueprints, ask clarifying questions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Maintain machine and operator conformance of production parts.
• Production work as a member of our team will be required
• Travel for training and industry education as necessary to maintain skills for position

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma and two-year technical trade degree or completion of a machinist apprenticeship program. On Job Training (OJT) is acceptable as well, with the applicant able to discuss / demonstrate what skills he / she has acquired.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications – One or more of the following

• Minimum 5 years’ experience performing set up and operation of CNC equipment
• CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Vertical Mill (Trunnion Style Table)
• CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Vertical Mill Turn
• CNC setup and operation of 5+ Axis Profile Grinders
• CNC setup and operation of Water Jet
• CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Wire EDM
• Familiar with machine probing for set up and inspection
• Familiar with Aerospace metals (superalloys)

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.