CNC / Manual Machinist

Middleby Packaging Solutions LLC; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Three weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

CV-Tek in Elgin, Illinois is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will set up and operate CNC lathes in a high‑mix, low‑volume environment, reading blueprints and ensuring parts meet specifications.

This role offers a clean shop with modern equipment, opportunities to troubleshoot and improve processes, and a culture of quality and teamwork. Overtime is available, and benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of CNC lathe setup experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes.
• Experience with Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes.
• Run production jobs and monitor machine performance.
• Make tooling and offset adjustments as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Inspect parts to ensure specs and tolerances.
• Use micrometers, gauges, and comparators.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and identify improvements.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing personnel.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area.
• Complete required production documentation.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Math and computing skills

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Fanuc controls

CNC lathes

CAD/CAM tools (Fusion 360 / FeatureCAM)

Job description

Description

Join a stable manufacturer building custom food packaging equipment in a modern machine shop environment.

CV-Tek is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Elgin, Illinois.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both setting up and running CNC lathes in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Unlike many production shops, our work involves a wide variety of parts and equipment, providing opportunities to use your machining skills and problem-solving abilities every day.

If you're looking for a clean shop, modern equipment, interesting work, and a company with a strong culture of quality and teamwork, we'd like to hear from you.

Schedule

• 1st Shift
• 7:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• Overtime available
• No weekend work currently

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate CNC lathes
• Run production jobs and monitor machine performance
• Make tooling and offset adjustments as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
• Inspect parts to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, gauges, and comparators
• Troubleshoot machining issues and identify process improvements
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing personnel
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area
• Complete required production documentation
• Work overtime as needed

Why Join CV-Tek?

• Modern CNC equipment
• High-mix, low-volume manufacturing
• Interesting custom equipment projects
• Stable and growing manufacturer
• Team-oriented culture
• Overtime available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Three weeks PTO
• Paid holidays

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Plans
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Three Weeks PTO

Requirements

Required:

• 3-5 years of CNC lathe setup experience
• Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes
• Experience with Fanuc controls
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment
• Strong math and computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred:

• Experience machining stainless steel and non-ferrous materials
• Experience with live tooling, tailstocks, and sub-spindle transfers
• Multi-turret lathe experience
• CNC programming or program-editing experience
• CAD/CAM, Fusion 360, or FeatureCAM experience
• Understanding of CNC milling processes