CNC Milling Machine Center Operator

SMF (An Etnyre International Company); Minonk (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer in Illinois as a CNC Milling Machine Center Operator. The role offers competitive pay, a shift premium, and a focus on safety and precision. At SMF, you’ll find a growth-driven culture where your skills are valued and your career can flourish.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Program

Annual Wage Increases

Generous PTO

Affordable Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CNC Milling Machine Center Operator (preferred).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Good math skills and keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Milling Machine Centers.
• Read specifications and translate instructions into computer commands.
• Inspect and measure finished products.

Skills

CNC machining

precision measurement

mechanical aptitude

communication

ability to operate overhead cranes

ability to read gauges

Education

Professional Certification

Tools

CNC Milling Machines

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Start Your Career with SMF – Where Precision Meets Purpose!

At SMF Inc., an Etnyre International Company, we’re not just offering jobs—we’re building long-term careers. With over 50 years of success in metal manufacturing, we proudly serve the construction, agriculture, power generation, and mining industries as a trusted Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs.

We are currently looking for experienced and motivated CNC Machine Operator to join our 3rd shift team. If you're passionate about safety, precision, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

Total Rewards You’ll Love

• Annual Bonus Program for All Employees
• Annual Wage Increases
• ️ Shift Premium: $2.50/hour for 2nd Shift or 3rd shift
• 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Break Days
• Generous PTO (Vacation & Flex Time)
• Affordable Health Insurance (PPO & HSA Options)
• Low/No-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage
• ️ Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Coverage Options
• Company-Paid Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match + Annual Profit Sharing
  
  

Now Hiring: CNC Machine Center Operator for 3rd shift

Location: Minonk, IL

Pay Range

• CNC Machine Operator A: $25.75 - $34.57
• CNC Machine Operator B: $23.50 - $30.96
• CNC Machine Operator C: $22.50 - $28.45 $2.50/hr Shift Premium
  
  

What You’ll Do

Classification based on experience and skills test performance

• Set up and operate CNC Milling Machine Centers to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling, etc.
• Understands specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, etc.
• Translates instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function
• Prepares and loads raw materials and parts onto the machines
• Prepares a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
• Sets machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large number of parts
• Supervises the machines while they execute the tasks and makes any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
• Inspects and measures finished products and compares them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
• Checks and maintains machinery daily to ensure functionality
• What We’re Looking For:
• Ability to read gauges and tape measures
• Ability to operate overhead cranes
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
• Professional Certification is a plus
• Proven experience as CNC Milling Machine Center Operator (preferred)
• Skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
• Mechanical aptitude and good math skills
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Good communication abilities
  
  

Why Join SMF?

SMF offers a collaborative, growth-driven culture where your voice is heard and your work is valued. With over 200,000 sq. ft. of production space, we provide unmatched opportunities to advance your career in fabrication, machining, and manufacturing operations. Our team is proud to be ranked in the top 0.5% of machine shops nationwide, and we’re just getting started.

Ready to take the next step in your machine operator career?

Join a team where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your future is bright.

Apply now and start building your future with SMF!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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