Precision CNC Operator - 1st/2nd Shift (5-Axis & Milling)

JobSquad; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad Solutions Team is seeking a CNC Machine Operator for Glendale Heights, IL on 1st and 2nd shift. You will set up and operate a 3-axis, milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machine to grind flat or contoured surfaces to customer specifications.

You will measure parts with dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges, perform detailed QA reviews, and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• 1 year manufacturing experience in tight-tolerance production.
• 5 axis and/or 3 axis and surface grinding experience.
• Strong math skills demonstrated during hiring.
• Must be able to measure parts within tight tolerances.
• Must read indicators and use tools such as dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges.
• Ability to set up and operate CNC equipment and run multiple machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up (or learn) and operate a 3-axis, milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machine to grind surfaces to specifications.
• Measure parts and read measurement instruments to ensure tolerances.
• Detailed quality assurance review and ownership of the part operation.
• Review processes and suggest improvements in production and quality.
• Complete fixture tear-downs and machine set-ups as needed for a job.
• Identify grinding wheel changes when needed.
• Proactively complete daily asset care and escalate maintenance issues.
• Run multiple machines to meet cycle times and quality demands.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and free from clutter.

Skills

Measuring to tolerances

CNC operation

Quality ownership

Tools

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Calipers

Plug gauges

Job description

JobSquad Solutions Team is seeking a CNC Machine Operator for Glendale Heights, IL on 1st and 2nd shift. You will set up and operate a 3-axis, milling, EDM and/or 5-axis creep feed grinding machine to grind flat or contoured surfaces to customer specifications.

You will measure parts with dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and plug gauges, perform detailed QA reviews, and contribute to process improvements.