Precision CNC Lathe Machinist – Gear Components

Forest City Gear Co; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest City Gear Co. in Roscoe, IL, seeks a CNC Lathe Machinist for a full-time, on-site role. You will set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision gears, interpret blueprints, and select tooling to ensure parts meet specifications.

You will work with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues, perform routine maintenance, and maintain a clean, safe work area in accordance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience operating CNC lathes and interpreting blueprints.
• Proficiency in measuring with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Experience reading technical drawings and work instructions.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Previous CNC machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC lathes to produce precision gears.
• Interpret blueprints and work orders to determine tooling and process parameters.
• Select and install tooling, perform machine adjustments, verify dimensions.
• Maintain machines and monitor production quality; perform routine maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety and quality standards.

Skills

Machine operation

Machining & milling

Quality control

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational machining training

Job description

Forest City Gear Co. in Roscoe, IL, seeks a CNC Lathe Machinist for a full-time, on-site role. You will set up and operate CNC lathes to produce precision gears, interpret blueprints, and select tooling to ensure parts meet specifications.

You will work with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues, perform routine maintenance, and maintain a clean, safe work area in accordance with safety and quality standards.