CNC Machinist I - 2nd Shift

Hill Phoenix, Inc.; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill Phoenix, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC operator in Skokie, IL to load and run multi-axis machines, verify dimensions, and ensure quality compliance. The role requires blueprint literacy, precision tooling, and consistent safety practices in a busy shop environment.

You will read job orders, set up tooling, and perform first-piece checks with QC approval to maintain tolerances. The position emphasizes teamwork, on-time attendance, and adherence to ISO quality standards on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNC training or exposure required.
• Experience reading blueprints is required.
• Must be able to run CNC equipment in one cell: change jaws, change tools/touch off, lad program, run first piece and obtain QC approval.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and without injury.
• Operate CNC machines, load and tend runs or perform one-step operations.
• Read blueprints and tooling instructions to meet dimensions and tolerances.
• Verify conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Perform simple inspection using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Quality compliance

Safety awareness

Calipers and micrometers use

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNC training or exposure

Tools

CNC equipment

Lad program

Job description

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities:

• Work safely and without injury.
• Machine operation involves loading and tending runs of parts or performing one-step operations on individual parts.
• Positions and secures tools in holding device, machine tables, chuck, centers, and fixtures.
• Verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications.
• Reads blueprints, job orders, tooling instructions, and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Understand and perform to all quality regulations, standards and policies, including but not limited to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003. Follow work procedures and ensure highest level of quality.
• Indexes turret and adjusts positions of tools at each station in relation to work piece to assure clearance between moving parts and machining of specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Pressure test parts according to drawing or work procedure.
• Performs housekeeping duties including 5S, coolant replacement, and TPM.
• Must be able to perform simple inspection using calipers, micrometers, and other miscellaneous gages.
• Must be able to make corrections to offsets to maintain quality.
• May rotate into other positions within the team as required to meet production requirements.
• Responsible for prompt and regular attendance as scheduled.
• Implements the Quality Policy and Procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities.
• May participate in defining strategies to meet quality objectives and in system reviews within the team.
• Participates in team meetings as required (safety, problem solving, etc.).
• Problem-solves individually or as part of a group as job duties require.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• CNC training or exposure.
• Experience reading blueprints.
• Must be able to run CNC equipment in one cell, including: Change jaws
• Change tools/touch off
• Lad program
• Run first piece and obtain QC approval

Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:

• Must possess proficient reading, writing, and computation skills.
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude demonstrated as success in previous machine operation or like activities.
• Must possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to continuously improve and learn new skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve.
• Good communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands. The team member may be frequently required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull. The team member must be able to lift 5-20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.

This position is performed in a shop environment. Team members in this position may be exposed to loud operating machinery, cold temperatures, hot temperatures , chemicals and vapors. The team member may occasionally be required to work in an office environment.

Bench-type or floor-mounted machines (e.g. drill presses, grinders, broaches, screw machines, manual and CNC mills and lathes, saws, shrink-wrap machines, etc.) hand and power tools, measuring instruments, hoist, lifts, and lift trucks.

Pay Range:

Pay Range: - Hourly

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their wo