Machinist

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering is seeking a Machinist to join our growing team in Illinois. The role focuses on hands-on fabrication using manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, CNC machines, and drill presses to produce precision components.

The ideal candidate has foundational machining knowledge, basic blueprint reading and measurement skills, and a mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Foundational machining knowledge from schooling or hands-on experience.
• Experience with blueprint reading and measurement.
• Familiarity with manual machining and on machines.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, CNC machines, and drill presses to manufacture components.
• Machine carbon steel and stainless steel, with occasional aluminum, brass, and nylon.
• Perform measurements and inspect work using calipers and micrometers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring skills

Manual machining familiarity

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Trade school or machining coursework

Hands-on machining experience

Tools

Manual lathes

Bridgeport mills

CNC machines

Drill presses

Job description

Aegis is currently partnering with a growing family-owned manufacturer to looking to identify a Machinist to join their team!Responsibilities:Work on manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, manual lathes, CNC machines, and drill presses to manufacture componentsMachine carbon steel and stainless steel, with occasionally working on aluminum, brass, and nylonPerform measurements, blueprint reading, and check work using calipers and micrometersRequirements:Foundational machining knowledge – through trade school, machining coursework, or hands-on experienceManual machining familiarity – some exposure to lathes, mills, or drill presses.Experience with Blueprint reading and measuring skillsMechanical aptitude and willingness to learnIf you, or someone you know, might be interested in this position, please send your resume to [e-mail]