NC/CNC Operator 3rd shift

Xylem; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. NC/CNC Operators set up and operate a range of machine tools to produce precision parts per engineering drawings, ensuring tolerance and finish standards throughout production.

Responsibilities include program loading and verification, tool changes, routine inspections, and maintenance of 5S safety practices. Candidates should read blueprints, follow instructions in English, and have 2–3 years of

Qualifications

• 2-3 years or equivalent experience operating NC/CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• GD&T knowledge and dimensional metrology basics.

Responsibilities

• Set up NC/CNC machines according to process sheets, tooling instructions, and work orders.
• Load, verify, and modify CNC programs as needed.
• Operate machines performing turning, milling, boring, and grinding operations.
• Adjust or replace tooling to maintain part specifications.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify tolerances.
• Maintain 5S and safety practices in the workspace.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Skills

NC/CNC machine operation

Machine setup & operation

Inspection of precision parts

Dimensional metrology & blueprint

GD&T

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Position Summary

NC/CNC Operators are responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating numerically controlled machine tools to produce precision parts and assemblies in compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This role requires advanced technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with a variety of CNC machines including lathes, mills, grinders, and machining centers. Operators ensure that all products meet exacting tolerances and finishing requirements prior to release.

Key Responsibilities

SETUP & OPERATION

• Set up NC/CNC machines according to process sheets, tooling instructions, and work orders.
• Load, delete, and verify CNC programs, ensuring alignment with specifications.
• Operate CNC machines to perform complex machining operations, including turning, milling, borinig, and grinding.
• Adjust or replace tooling as required to maintain compliance with part specifications.
• Understand and modify existing CNC programs and independently perform program prove outs with minimal supervision.

INSPECTION & VERIFICATION

• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to ensure product meets blueprint tolerances and finishing standards.
• Visually and dimensionally check materials, components, and finished products for defects or non-conformances.
• Notify supervision immediately of shortages, defects, non-standard conditions, or malfunctioning machinery.

MAINTENANCE & EQUIPMENT CARE

• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on CNC machines and related tooling.
• Clean and maintain work area and machinery following 5S and safety protocols.
• Assist in proving out new programs and processes as required.

MATERIAL HANDLING & DOCUMENTATION

• Move materials as required using hand or powered equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Observe and comply with all safety regulations and company procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics, including decimals, fractions, and basic algebra
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Experience & Skills

• 2-3 years or equivalent experience operating NC/CNC Machines
• Experience with machine setup, operation, and inspection of precision parts
• NC/CNC machine operation and programming fundamentals
• Dimensional metrology and blueprint interpretation
• GD&T

Working Conditions

• Work performed in manufacturing or warehouse environment with exposure to temperature extremes, noise, dust, and moving equipment.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting to 50 lbs.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as directed.
• Must be able to work various shifts or overtime as needed to support production

Wage Progression

• The wage progression for each classification will be 80% ($27.38) of the permanent rate for the first year of service;
• 90% ($30.80) of the permanent rate for the second year of service;
• 100% ($34.22) of permanent rate beginning third year of service.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Aff (sic) Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity