Mazak VMC Setup Machinist + MAZATROL Training (1st Shift)

Maxcess; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Maxcess is seeking an experienced CNC VMC Setup Machinist / MAZATROL Programmer to join our Melrose Park, IL shop. The role covers programming Mazak VMCs, setting up jobs, running production, inspecting parts, and adjusting processes to meet print specifications.

You’ll read blueprints, select tools, set offsets, and troubleshoot as needed. The position is 1st shift, Monday–Friday, with 10–15 hours of overtime available weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC VMC setup and MAZATROL programming.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and work holding.
• Able to operate Mazak VMCs and program from print to finished part.
• Strong troubleshooting and independent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Program Mazak VMCs using MAZATROL conversational programming.
• Set up and operate Mazak VMCs.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Select and set cutting tools.
• Set tool and work offsets.
• Prove out programs and make adjustments.
• Run multiple machines efficiently.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Make offset and program adjustments to maintain quality.
• Troubleshoot machining and setup problems.
• Maintain production and quality requirements.
• Keep machines and work areas clean.

Skills

Strong CNC VMC setup experience

MAZATROL programming experience

Ability to read blueprints and GD&T

Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds, and

Ability to take a job from setup thru

Strong troubleshooting and problem‑sol

Tools

Mazak VMCs

MAZATROL programming

Job description

Maxcess is seeking an experienced CNC VMC Setup Machinist / MAZATROL Programmer to join our Melrose Park, IL shop. The role covers programming Mazak VMCs, setting up jobs, running production, inspecting parts, and adjusting processes to meet print specifications.

You’ll read blueprints, select tools, set offsets, and troubleshoot as needed. The position is 1st shift, Monday–Friday, with 10–15 hours of overtime available weekly.