CNC Operator (ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE)

JobSquad; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking a CNC Operator for all shifts in the Elgin, IL area. This direct-hire role offers hourly pay from $23 to $28 and requires setting up and operating CNC machines to grind surfaces to customer specs. The team emphasizes quality, fixture changes, and continuous process improvements.

Ideal candidates will read precision measurement tools and perform consistent quality checks, taking ownership of their assigned part operations and setups as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machinery or willingness to learn on 3-axis/milling/EDM machines.
• Able to read measurement instruments and verify part tolerances.
• Comfort with fixture setups and machine changeovers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment to grind flat or contoured surfaces per specs.
• Measure parts using dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges.
• Perform quality checks and take ownership of the process quality.
• Review processes for improvements in production and quality performance.
• Complete fixture tear-downs and machine set-ups as needed.

Skills

CNC operation

3-axis milling

EDM

5-axis grinding

Measurement tools

Quality assurance

Tools

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Calipers

Plug gauges

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a CNC Operator (ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE) to work at a company located in the Elgin, IL area! Job Title: CNC Operator (ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE) Job Location: Elgin, IL Pay and Hours for Job + Benefits: $23-$28 p/hr Job Description: Job Squad is looking for Packers for CNC Operators in the Glendale Heights and Bloomingdale, IL area. This is a direct hire role with the company

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up (or the ability to learn) and operates a 3-axis, Milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machine to grind flat or contoured surfaces to customer specifications.
• Measures parts and reads measurement instruments using the following tools: Dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges.
• Detailed quality assurance review of work on a continuous basis taking full ownership of the part operation assigned.
• Reviews operational processes and makes suggestions for process improvements in production, quality and company performance.
• Complete fixture tear-downs and machine set-ups as needed for a specified job.
• Identify the need for and complete grinding wheel changes when needed.

Great company to work for with a strong growth potential.

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