CNC Machinist – Early Shift: Set Up & Run Precision

Donaldson; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time away

Job summary

Donaldson's CNC Machinist role is located in Dixon, IL, and focuses on setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machines on the first shift (Monday–Thursday, 4:00am–2:00pm). The position emphasizes interpreting drawings, loading materials, quality control, and routine maintenance to support high-precision filtration components.

Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or GED with CNC training, 1+ year of CNC experience, Makino familiarity, and strong mechanical abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training or certification in CNC machining.
• One or more years of CNC experience.
• Makino experience.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and blueprints.
• Mechanical ability.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling, and turning.
• Interpret technical drawings, and blueprints.
• Load raw materials and ensure proper alignment and secure placement.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

CNC experience

Reading drawings/blueprints

Mechanical ability

Makino experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical CNC training/certification

Tools

Makino

CNC certification

Job description

Donaldson's CNC Machinist role is located in Dixon, IL, and focuses on setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machines on the first shift (Monday–Thursday, 4:00am–2:00pm). The position emphasizes interpreting drawings, loading materials, quality control, and routine maintenance to support high-precision filtration components.

Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or GED with CNC training, 1+ year of CNC experience, Makino familiarity, and strong mechanical abilities.