Precision CNC Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift

Kress Corporation; Brimfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance includingpresc

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kress Corporation is seeking a full-time Machinist for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC lathes to produce precision metal components per specifications.

A pay differential applies for 2nd shift, with exposure to diverse manufacturing projects and a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of CNC machining experience, strong blueprint reading skills, GD&T knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs while standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Able to read blueprints and inspect parts to tolerances.
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups on CNC lathes, select fixtures, chuck/jaws and tooling as per program.
• Load programs, set offsets, verify tool and material matches program requirements.
• Set controls, retrieve and edit programs as needed for operation.
• Read blueprints and inspection directions to determine tolerances and specs.
• Use micrometers, calipers and other precision tools to verify part conformance.
• Interpret GD&T and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC lathe

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Kress Corporation is seeking a full-time Machinist for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC lathes to produce precision metal components per specifications.

A pay differential applies for 2nd shift, with exposure to diverse manufacturing projects and a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of CNC machining experience, strong blueprint reading skills, GD&T knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs while standing for extended periods.