CNC Saw Operator

Atlas Fibre; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k)

Training and advancement opportunities

Stable, full-time manufacturing work

Job summary

Atlas Fibre is seeking a CNC Saw Setup & Operator to cut high-performance plastics and composite materials in Northbrook, IL. You will independently set up and operate CNC or industrial saws, ensuring dimensions and material quality meet specifications.

Responsibilities include selecting blades and tooling, adjusting machine settings, reading blueprints, and inspecting finished parts. This full-time role emphasizes safety, precision, and efficient production workflows in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC or industrial saws.
• Ability to read blueprints and cut specifications.
• Experience using measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, tape).
• Strong mechanical ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable attendance with a safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and industrial saws.
• Select and install blades, tooling, and fixtures.
• Enter or adjust machine settings for each job.
• Read blueprints, work orders, and cut specifications.
• Verify material type, dimensions, and quantities.
• Inspect finished pieces using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Adjust the machine to maintain accurate cuts and tolerances.
• Replace blades and complete routine machine checks.
• Safely move sheets, rods, tubes, and other materials.
• Complete production paperwork and maintain an organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

CNC machines

Industrial saws

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

Atlas Fibre is hiring a CNC Saw Setup & Operator to cut high-performance plastics and composite materials. We are looking for someone who can independently set up and operate CNC or industrial saws while maintaining accurate dimensions and material quality.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate CNC and industrial saws
• Select and install the correct blades, tooling, and fixtures
• Enter or adjust machine settings for each job
• Read blueprints, work orders, and cut specifications
• Verify material type, dimensions, and quantities
• Inspect finished pieces using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
• Adjust the machine to maintain accurate cuts and tolerances
• Replace blades and complete routine machine checks
• Safely move sheets, rods, tubes, and other materials
• Complete production paperwork and maintain an organized work area

What We’re Looking For

• Experience setting up and operating CNC or industrial saws
• Ability to read blueprints and cut specifications
• Experience using measuring instruments
• Strong mechanical ability and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Reliable attendance and a safety-focused approach

Experience cutting plastics, composites, laminates, metal, or similar materials is preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Stable, full-time manufacturing work

Location: 3411 Woodhead Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062