CNC Machinist I: Precision Parts Operator

OPW Global; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

OPW Global is seeking a skilled CNC operator to join our Illinois shop in Skokie. This role requires reading blueprints, operating CNC equipment, and maintaining quality in a fast-paced production cell.

You will handle tool changes, load programs, and run first pieces with QC approval while following ISO 9001:2015 and safety procedures. The position demands reliability, manual dexterity, and strong teamwork to meet production goals.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Reading blueprints

CNC training

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

OPW Global is seeking a skilled CNC operator to join our Illinois shop in Skokie. This role requires reading blueprints, operating CNC equipment, and maintaining quality in a fast-paced production cell.

You will handle tool changes, load programs, and run first pieces with QC approval while following ISO 9001:2015 and safety procedures. The position demands reliability, manual dexterity, and strong teamwork to meet production goals.