CNC Operator

TekPro; Elk Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Elk Grove Township is hiring a CNC Machine Operator to run CNC mills and/or lathes. The ideal candidate should have experience in operating CNC equipment, reading blueprints, and performing first article inspections. Responsibilities include producing precision parts, maintaining efficiency, and ensuring quality standards. This position requires reliable attendance and the ability to work a 4-day, 10-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC equipment (mills or lathes) in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances.
• Comfortable performing first article inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce precision parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and job travelers.
• Perform first article inspection and in-process checks using measuring tools.
• Verify parts meet print specs and quality requirements.
• Load/unload parts, change tooling, and keep machines running efficiently.
• Document inspection results and report any issues to the lead/supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Experience operating CNC equipment

Ability to read blueprints

Comfortable performing first article inspections

Experience using measuring tools

Reliable attendance

Tools

CNC Mills

CNC Lathes

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

CNC Machine Operator (Mills or Lathes) – 1st or 2nd Shift
ERA Industries | Elk Grove, IL

ERA Industries is hiring a CNC Machine Operator to run CNC mills and/or lathes in a production machining environment. This role is ideal for someone who can read blueprints, hold tight tolerances, and complete first article inspections.

Shift Options

• 1st Shift: 6:00am – 4:00pm

• 2nd Shift: 6:00pm – 4:00am

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce precision parts

• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and job travelers

• Perform first article inspection and in-process checks using basic measuring tools

• Verify parts meet print specs and quality requirements

• Load/unload parts, change tooling as needed, and keep machines running efficiently

• Document inspection results and report any issues to the lead/supervisor

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Requirements

• Experience operating CNC equipment (mills or lathes) in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances

• Comfortable performing first article inspections

• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges

• Reliable attendance and ability to work a 4-day, 10-hour schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience running both mills and lathes

• Basic knowledge of offsets/tool adjustments

• Previous work in a high-mix or precision machining environment