CNC Mill Operator/Machinist

SMG Hunter LLC; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SMG Hunter LLC in Bensenville, IL is seeking a CNC Mill Operator/Machinist to set up, operate, and monitor vertical and horizontal milling machines, perform milling, boring, threading, and facing operations, and ensure quality and efficiency.

Candidates should be proficient with reading drawings, measuring with tape measures and gauges, follow instructions, lift up to 100 lbs, and work collaboratively or independently as needed in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with general milling machine operation and basic mechanical skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read a tape measure, verify dimensions, and use measuring tools such as straightedges and gauges.
• Basic understanding of machine drawings, fits, and tolerances.
• Ability to operate lifting devices safely.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) related to job duties.
• Adaptability to changing work environments, priorities, and production demands.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to lift and handle components weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work collaboratively when tasks require multiple individuals.
• Capability to work independently without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling machines for machining components.
• Assist with setup and make minor program adjustments if required

Skills

General milling operation

Problem solving

Reading tape measure

Drawings and tolerances

Operate lifting devices

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Adaptability

Basic math

Lift up to 100 lbs

Collaborative work

Independent work

Job description

Description

Position: CNC Mill Operator/Machinist
Location: Bensenville IL

Job Description

Primary responsibilities include setting up (as required), operating, and monitoring CNC (computer numerically controlled) vertical and horizontal milling machines. The role involves performing machining operations such as milling, boring, threading, and facing while ensuring quality and efficiency.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Familiarity with general milling machine operation and basic mechanical skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read a tape measure, verify dimensions, and use measuring tools such as straightedges and gauges.
• Basic understanding of machine drawings, fits, and tolerances.
• Ability to operate lifting devices safely.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) related to job duties.
• Adaptability to changing work environments, priorities, and production demands.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to lift and handle components weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work collaboratively when tasks require multiple individuals.
• Capability to work independently without constant supervision.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Operate CNC milling machines for machining components.
• Assist with setup and make minor program adjustments if required