Precision CNC Lathe & Mill Operator

M&R Printing Equipment; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

FSA/DCAP benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation

Life and disability insurance

11 paid company holidays

Job summary

M&R Printing Equipment in Roselle, IL seeks a CNC Lathe & Mill Operator to set up, operate, and maintain lathes and milling machines. You will ensure parts meet specifications by reading blueprints, selecting tooling, and performing inspections with precision instruments.

The role requires accuracy, problem-solving, and adherence to quality standards in a manufacturing setting with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience operating CNC lathes and milling machines (Fanuc preferred).
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T symbols.
• Proficient in using precision measurement tools.
• Basic mathematical skills including fractions, decimals, and conversions.
• Creativity and excellent problem‑solving skills a must.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to hold fabrication tolerances at +/- .001 (or better).
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate, and adjust CNC Lathe Fanuc and milling machines independently to perform machining operations such as turning, drilling, boring, tapping, facing and milling.
• Ability to update and create simple programs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints without assistance
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials for each job.
• Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspections using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Make minor machine adjustments and tool offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain quality standards and ensure parts meet tolerance and finish requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fanuc controls

Precision measuring tools

Job description

M&R Printing Equipment in Roselle, IL seeks a CNC Lathe & Mill Operator to set up, operate, and maintain lathes and milling machines. You will ensure parts meet specifications by reading blueprints, selecting tooling, and performing inspections with precision instruments.

The role requires accuracy, problem-solving, and adherence to quality standards in a manufacturing setting with potential overtime.