CNC Machinist 1st and 2nd shift

gpac LLC.; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC. is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for 1st and 2nd shift opportunities in Lombard, IL. A 2nd shift differential is offered, and employees will work on custom, precision components in a hands-on role.

The position emphasizes setups, tooling choices, and process ownership with opportunities to expand programming skills while maintaining high quality and safe practices onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Set up and operate CNC horizontal lathes.
• Make basic CNC program edits and adjust speeds/feeds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal lathes to machine components.
• Perform machine setups, tooling selection, and workholding.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specs.
• Make basic CNC program edits and adjust speeds/feeds.

Skills

CNC Machining

CNC Lathe setup

GD&T reading

Tooling selection

Programming basics

Inspection gauges

Tools

CNC Horizontal Lathe

G-code

Job description

CNC Machinist: !st and 2nd shift opportunities are available. There is a differential for 2nd shift.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work and reside in the specified location. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work visas, now or in the future. Candidates requiring current or future sponsorship for employment authorization will not be considered.

About The Opportunity

An established and growing industrial manufacturing company is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join its team. This is an opportunity for a hands-on machinist who enjoys working with custom, precision-machined components and tackling a variety of machining projects rather than repetitive, high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal lathes to machine precision industrial components.
• Perform machine setups, including tooling selection, installation, workholding, and setting tool and work offsets.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
• Make basic CNC program edits and adjust speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters as needed.
• Perform in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Monitor machining operations and troubleshoot issues to maintain quality and production standards.
• Work with a variety of industrial metals and materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

What Makes The Opportunity Attractive

• Work on custom, precision industrial components rather than repetitive production runs.
• Opportunity to take ownership of setups, tooling, machining processes, and part quality.
• Work with an established and growing industrial manufacturer.
• Opportunity to expand machining and programming skills.
• Full-time, onsite position with competitive compensation based on experience.

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.