CNC Operator

Laborup; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime opportunities

Hands-on training

Job summary

Laborup in Elgin, IL, is seeking CNC Machinists to build a machining career with hands-on training on CNC mills and lathes, including 3-axis mills and Haas equipment.

You will learn from experienced machinists in a well‑equipped shop, with opportunities to progress into setups and more advanced machining over time.

Qualifications

• Some previous CNC machining, machine operation, or relevant technical training.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or machining processes.
• Ability to read basic blueprints or willingness to develop this skill.
• Familiarity with basic precision measuring tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take on increasingly advanced machining responsibilities.
• Ability to work safely and reliably in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision machined components.
• Load and unload parts, monitor machine cycles, and keep assigned equipment running efficiently.
• Follow prints, job travelers, and manufacturing instructions to complete assigned work.
• Check finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Perform basic tooling changes and machine adjustments with support as needed.
• Assist with or perform setups based on experience level; independent setup experience is a plus but not required.
• Participate in hands‑on training to develop setup, machining, inspection, and broader manufacturing skills

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

Precision Measurement

Quality Assurance

Machine Setup

Haas Equipment

Education

Technical school or apprenticeship in machining

Tools

Haas CNC

3-axis milling

Job description

Overview

Build your machining career with a growing manufacturer producing precision components for advanced industries, including the semiconductor market.

We’re looking for CNC Machinists who have a foundation in machining and want an opportunity to continue developing their skills. You’ll work primarily with CNC mills and lathes, including 3-axis mills and Haas equipment, while learning from experienced machinists in a well-equipped manufacturing environment.

We provide hands-on training and development to help motivated employees expand their skills, learn more advanced machining work, and take on greater responsibility over time.

Why Join Us

• Build Your Skills: Hands-on training and opportunities to progress into setups and more advanced machining.
• Modern CNC Equipment: Work with CNC mills and lathes, including Haas machines and 3-axis machining centers.
• Growing Business: Continued investment in equipment, people, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Overtime Opportunity: Optional weekly overtime for employees looking to earn additional income.

Compensation

• $25 - $32 / hr (including differential)
• $22- 28 / hr (base)
• 15% shift differential (on 2nd shift)
• $5k sign-on bonus (on 2nd shift)
• Weekly overtime opportunities on Friday

Shift

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday (5x8s)
• 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday (4x10s)

Responsibilities

• CNC Machine Operation: Operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision machined components.
• Production: Load and unload parts, monitor machine cycles, and keep assigned equipment running efficiently.
• Blueprints & Work Instructions: Follow prints, job travelers, and manufacturing instructions to complete assigned work.
• Quality Inspection: Check finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Tool Changes & Adjustments: Perform basic tooling changes and machine adjustments with support as needed.
• Machine Setups: Assist with or perform setups based on experience level; independent setup experience is a plus but not required.
• Training & Development: Participate in hands‑on training to develop setup, machining, inspection, and broader manufacturing skills

Qualifications

Required

• Some previous CNC machining, machine operation, or relevant technical training
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or machining processes
• Ability to read basic blueprints or willingness to develop this skill
• Familiarity with basic precision measuring tools
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take on increasingly advanced machining responsibilities
• Ability to work safely and reliably in a manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Experience operating CNC mills or lathes
• Experience with Haas CNC equipment
• Experience with 3-axis CNC mills
• Basic machine setup experience
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and gaugesTechnical school, machining program, apprenticeship, or related manufacturing education
• Manual machining or other hands‑on manufacturing experience