CNC Machinist - Hands-On Precision & Growth

KELTEC Industrial Filtration; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KELTEC Industrial Filtration in West Chicago, IL seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes for low-volume, high-precision parts. The role includes fixture fabrication and working with minimal supervision.

You will read blueprints, assemble sub-assemblies, perform preventive maintenance, and manage tooling and material inventory. Overtime and occasional weekend work are required to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a CNC machinist or equivalent.
• High School degree or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical knowledge required.
• Proficient with MS Office tools and general computer literacy.
• Able to read/supplement/correct drawings.
• Willing to learn and take on other duties.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely program, set up, and operate CNC mills/lathes.
• Safely set up and operate manual mills/lathes, drill presses, saws, and laser cutting systems.
• Reads blueprints for dimensions and tolerance.
• Assemble component sub-assemblies and fixtures per drawings/manuals.
• Perform preventive maintenance and risk mitigation on machine shop equipment.
• Rebuild equipment and fabricate/repair parts as needed.
• Responsible for machine shop tooling, raw material inventory, and shop cleanliness.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Self-starter, team player

Prioritize and meet deadlines

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor CAM

Fusion 360

MIG welding

TIG welding

PLCs

Job description

KELTEC Industrial Filtration in West Chicago, IL seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes for low-volume, high-precision parts. The role includes fixture fabrication and working with minimal supervision.

You will read blueprints, assemble sub-assemblies, perform preventive maintenance, and manage tooling and material inventory. Overtime and occasional weekend work are required to meet customer needs.