CNC Machinist

FactoryFix; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix is hiring CNC Machinists for 1st and 2nd shift in Harwood Heights, IL. This established precision shop seeks dependable, long-term players who want to grow with the team. Candidates will set up and operate Doosan and Haas lathes and mills, read complex drawings with GD&T, and perform in-process inspections.

A steady work history and ability to handle high-changeover environments are valued. Experience with Fanuc is a plus, but not required; strong inspection skills and problem-solving

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (implied by standard CNC roles).
• 2-3+ years of experience operating CNC lathes, mills, or mill-turns in a job shop environment.
• Ability to use precision inspection equipment and interpret complex mechanical drawings.
• Experience in low-volume, high-changeover machining settings.
• Stable work history—long tenures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, specifically Doosan and Haas machines.
• Run parts using existing programs and tooling, making necessary offsets for good first articles.
• Perform in-process inspection using micrometers, calipers, and other precision gauges.
• Maintain strong documentation and quality control standards.
• Read and interpret complex part drawings, including GD&T features.

Skills

GD&T

CNC Programming

G-Code

M-Code

Machine Setups for Production Runs

Troubleshooting Skills

CNC Tooling

Tools

Esprit CAM

Esprit Edge

Fanuc controllers

G-code editors

Job description

Job Posting: CNC Machinist (1st & 2nd Shift)

Location: Harwood Heights, IL | Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift Available

A well-established precision manufacturing company in Harwood Heights, IL is hiring CNC Machinists for both 1st and 2nd shift. The team is looking for dependable, long-term employees who want to grow with the company; frequent job changers need not apply.

What You’ll Do:

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, specifically Doosan and Haas machines.
• Run parts using existing programs and tooling, making necessary offsets to ensure good first articles.
• Perform in-process inspection using micrometers, calipers, and other precision gauges.
• Maintain strong documentation and quality control standards.
• Read and interpret complex part drawings, including GD&T features.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-3+ years of experience operating CNC lathes, mills, or mill-turns in a job shop environment.
• Ability to use precision inspection equipment and interpret complex mechanical drawings.
• Experience working in low-volume, high-changeover machining settings.
• Stable work history — candidates with long stints at previous employers will be prioritized.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Fanuc-controlled equipment and/or Doosan and Haas machines.
• Familiarity with Esprit 2020 or Esprit Edge for CNC programming.
• Ability to troubleshoot and edit programs (not required but appreciated).
• Strong inspection skills and problem-solving capabilities.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Programming
• G-Code
• M-Code
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines & technologies you’ll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Haas, Doosan)
• CAM Software (Esprit)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Doosan)