CNC Milling Operator II

Goodwin Recruiting; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Long-term stability

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a mid-level CNC Milling Operator II to own production milling on established jobs. You will operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills, perform basic part inspection with calipers and micrometers, and work closely with setup machinists and quality personnel in a precision shop.

This role offers long-term stability, a path to setup-level responsibilities, and a culture that values accuracy, process discipline, and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of production CNC milling experience.
• Intermediate blueprint reading with GD&T basics.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and inspection methods.
• Ability to recognize tool wear, surface finish issues, and dimensional drift.
• Strong communication with setup machinists and quality personnel.
• Follow documented procedures and production requirements precisely.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current/future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3-, 4-, 4-axis horizontal, and 5-axis CNC milling machines on established jobs.
• Perform intermediate part inspection using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Make basic wear offset adjustments and routine tooling changes per procedures.
• Follow work instructions, inspection plans, and traveler requirements.
• Identify and elevate tool issues, machine alarms, and part defects before production.
• Record job data, part counts, labor time, and production documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area to support quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T basics

Precision measurement

Tool wear recognition

Communication

Documentation

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Join our team as the CNC Milling Operator and take full ownership of production milling operations on a variety of established jobs. Reporting to shop supervision and working alongside setup machinists and quality personnel, you will operate multi-axis CNC milling equipment, maintain part quality, and ensure accurate production output in a precision manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for a mid-level CNC machinist who has hands-on experience with precision milling and multi-axis equipment, and who wants to build on their technical skills in a structured production environment, as well as long-term stability and growth with a company that values quality and process discipline.

CNC Milling Operator II | What You Get

• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing precision manufacturing company
• Exposure to complex CNC milling work across 3-axis, 4-axis, horizontal, and 5-axis equipment
• Opportunity to continue growing toward setup-level responsibilities
• Strong shop-floor environment where accuracy, consistency, and quality matter
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced CNC operators
• Competitive benefits package
• A company that values skilled machinists who take pride in doing the job right

CNC Milling Operator II | What You Will Do

• Operate 3-axis, 4-axis, 4-axis horizontal, and 5-axis CNC milling machines on established jobs with limited supervision
• Perform intermediate part inspection using calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gauges, and other precision measurement tools
• Make basic wear offset adjustments and perform routine tooling changes per documented procedures
• Follow work instructions, inspection plans, and traveler requirements on every job
• Identify and elevate tool issues, machine alarms, process variation, and part defects before nonconforming parts are produced
• Record job data, part counts, lot control, labor time, and required production documentation accurately
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while supporting production efficiency and quality standards

CNC Milling Operator II | What You Bring

• 1 to 3 years of precision CNC milling experience in a production manufacturing environment
• Intermediate blueprint reading ability with basic GD&T interpretation
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection methods
• Ability to recognize tool wear, poor surface finish, chatter, burrs, and dimensional drift
• Strong communication skills with setup machinists, leads, quality personnel, and supervision
• Ability to follow documented procedures, inspection plans, and production requirements with accuracy and consistency
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored authorization

This is a strong fit for a CNC Milling Operator who takes pride in precision work, wants exposure to complex machining, and is looking for a stable long-term opportunity with room to continue growing technically.

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Kalyn Schreckhise