CNC Machinist 1st and 2nd shift

gpac LLC.; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for an established industrial manufacturer in Villa Park, IL. The role focuses on hands-on work with custom, precision components rather than high-volume production.

You will set up and operate CNC horizontal lathes, read engineering drawings, and perform basic CNC edits while maintaining quality and safety standards. This full-time, onsite position offers shift differentials for 2nd shift and opportunities to expand machining and programming skills

Qualifications

• Legally allowed to work in the U.S. and reside in Villa Park, IL.
• Experience as CNC machinist with setup and operation.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
• Competence in basic CNC programming edits and tooling choice.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal lathes to machine precision components.
• Perform machine setups including tooling, workholding, and offsets.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Make basic CNC program edits and adjust speeds/feeds.
• Conduct in-process inspections with micrometers and calipers.
• Monitor machining operations and troubleshoot quality issues.
• Work with various industrial metals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

Skills

Machining

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Quality inspections

Safety awareness

Tools

CNC horizontal lathes

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gauges

Indicators

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.