CNC Mill Operator - 1st Shift

Cary-Grove Chamber of Commerce; Cary, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Vision/Eyewear plan

IL Paid Leave Hours

401k

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals seeks a CNC Mill Operator to prepare, set up, and run CNC milling centers, fabricating precision parts per blueprints and work orders. You will verify tolerances, document production, and support quality control.

The role requires reading calipers and blueprints, with prior CNC milling experience preferred. Competitive pay and full-time direct-hire employment are offered, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read calipers, micrometers, indicators, edge finders, and blueprints.
• Basic understanding of CNC controls, cutting tools, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling centers according to work orders, routers, and blueprints.
• Study drawings, blueprints, samples, and manuals to install computerized instructions and prepare equipment for production.
• Perform quality inspections and operational checks to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify finished parts using precision measuring equipment and perform deburring as required.
• Complete required forms, reports, logs, records, and production sign-offs accurately.

Skills

Calipers reading

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

G-code knowledge

CNC milling machines

Job description

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $38.00 + $1,000 Hiring Bonus

Schedule/Shift: 1st, 7:00am-3:00pm Monday - Friday

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Summary:
As a CNC Mill Operator, you will prepare, set up, and operate CNC milling machines to fabricate highly precision-machined parts. This role requires working with close-tolerance equipment, verifying product quality, and maintaining accurate production documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC milling centers according to work orders, routers, and blueprints.
• Study drawings, blueprints, samples, and manuals to install computerized instructions and prepare equipment for production.
• Perform quality inspections and operational checks to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify finished parts using precision measuring equipment and perform deburring as required.
• Complete required forms, reports, logs, records, and production sign-offs accurately.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and use calipers, micrometers, indicators, edge finders, and blueprints.
• Basic understanding of CNC controls, cutting tools, and mechanical systems.
• Previous CNC milling experience preferred, especially with multi-axis milling; higher wages available for candidates with G‑code experience.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.
• Medical Plan
• Vision/Eyewear plan
• IL Paid Leave Hours
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability

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