CNC Machinist

gpac; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in partnership with a well established Springfield, IL manufacturing client is seeking several CNC Machinists for day, night and weekend shifts. The company has 50+ years in business and is growing.

Ideal candidates have 3–10+ years CNC machining experience and can set up and run multiple machines, read blueprints and GD&T, and perform offsets and basic program edits (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak). This fast-paced shop values precision and reliability.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of CNC machining experience on mills, lathes, or multi-axis operations.
• Able to set up and operate machines, not just follow prompts.
• Read blueprints with GD&T to tolerance specs and adjustments.
• Make offsets and basic program edits on Fanuc, Haas, Mazak controls.
• Knowledge of tooling selection and cutting parameters; ensure quality.
• Experience with first article inspections and in-process checks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run assigned CNC machines and verify parts meet spec.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T tolerances.
• Make offsets and minor program edits as needed.
• Select tooling and manage feeds, speeds for required cycles.
• Troubleshoot issues, measure and inspect own work.
• Maintain quality and drive continuous improvement in processes.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Offsets & basic edits

Tooling selection & cutting params

First article inspections

In-process quality checks

Lean / continuous improvement

Tools

Fanuc

Haas

Mazak

Job description

We are working with a client company near Springfield, IL seeking several CNC Machinists for day, night and weekend shifts. This company has been in business for over 50 years and is growing!

Ideal Background

• 3-10+ years of CNC machining experience (mills, lathes, or multi-axis depending on shop)
• Comfortable with setup and operation, not just button-pushing
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and tight tolerances
• Experience making offsets and basic program edits (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of tooling selection and cutting parameters Experience with first article inspections and in-process quality checks

Technical Skillset

• Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges
• Understanding of feeds & speeds, materials (steel, aluminum, stainless)
• Fixture setup and part changeovers
• Preventative machine maintenance basics
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure (nice to have)

Production Environment Traits

• High attention to detail and quality mindset
• Ability to run multiple machines (if applicable)
• Consistent attendance and reliability
• Team-oriented but able to work independently
• Comfortable in a fast-paced job shop or medium-volume production environment

The Candidate Should Be Able To

• Set up and run the machines they're assigned to
• Read and understand blueprints
• Understand basic GD&T and tolerances
• Make their own offsets and adjustments
• Select and manage tooling appropriately
• Recognize when something isn't machining correctly and troubleshoot it
• Measure and inspect their own work
• Understand feeds, speeds and basic machining principles
• Make minor program edits when necessary, but not be expected to program from scratch
• Work independently without needing someone standing over them

Bonus Experience (Often Valuable)

• CAD/CAM exposure (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.)
• Multi-axis machining (4th/5th axis)
• Prototype + short-run experience
• Troubleshooting scrap and improving cycle times
• These traits would yield a higher hourly rate than advertised.

Keywords: manufacturing, CNC, Machinist, metals, steel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.