Component CNC 1 - 2nd Shift

Timken

Illinois

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

STD and LTD

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

Timken Aurora Bearing Company is seeking 2nd shift Component CNC Machinists to perform a variety of functions in our Component department, while upholding safety, quality and productivity standards. The role requires setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills, reading blueprints, and maintaining SPC records.

You will program for O.D. and I.D. sizes, run first pieces, and adjust processes to ensure prints are met. A HS diploma or equivalent is required, with further trades education preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent; trades/tech education preferred.
Ability to read blueprints and use gauging equipment.
Strong ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.

Responsibilities

Set-up and operate CNC lathes and mills per print specifications.
Perform duties safely with emphasis on quality.
Program for O.D./I.D. sizing, facing, chamfering, grooving, drilling.
Run first piece, adjust to meet quality per print.
Load parts, cycle machine, inspect and adjust to maintain quality.
Package and tag parts and complete SPC paperwork.
Move parts to/from area and wash as needed.
Maintain machine fluids and check gauges per specs.
Surface or bench grind tooling as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Follow work instructions

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Lathes and Mills

Gauging equipment

Arbors and fixtures

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What Timken makes possible begins with you

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 46 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Timken Aurora Bearing Company is seeking2nd Shift Component CNC Machinists that will perform a variety of functions within our Component departmentwhile adhering to the safety, quality, and productivity standards of Timken Aurora Bearing Company.

Set-up and operate CNC lathes and mills adhering to the safety, quality and quantity standards of Aurora Bearing Company.
Perform all duties as assigned in a safe and efficient manner with an emphasis on quality.
Select and Change arbors, fixtures, inserts and tooling.
Program computer for O.D. and I.D. size, facing, chamfering, grooving, drilling or other machining requirements.
Run 1st piece part, make necessary adjustments to attain quality characteristics per print specifications and complete necessary paperwork to attain a set-up approval.
Load parts, cycle machine, check parts at designated intervals and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality characteristics of part per print specifications throughout machining operations.
Package and tag parts, complete all required paperwork including SPC charting.
Move parts to and from work area and scale as needed. Wash parts before running as needed.
Maintain all machine fluid levels.
Sign out all necessary gauging equipment from Q.A. and set gauges per print specifications.
Surface grind and/or bench grind tooling and inserts as needed.

Component CNC Machinist Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary or trades / technical education and certifications preferred
Mechanical aptitude and shop math competencies
Ability to read and understand blueprints and utilize various types of gauging equipment
Strong ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
Strong ability to communicate effectively with co‑workers, suppliers, and plant leadership
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Vision insurance
STD and LTD
Health savings account (with company provided contribution)
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
...and much more!

The hourly rate of pay for this position is $20.50 – $26.18 per hour and is commensurate on experience and education. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the paid time off plan, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025. We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies 15x by Ethisphere.

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