Precision Machining Operator — Grow Your Skills

Employbridge; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 78,799,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Employbridge partners with a precision manufacturing leader in Illinois seeking a hands-on Machine Operator to set up and run production equipment, read blueprints, and produce quality metal components from bar stock.

You will perform turning, boring, threading, and facing; select tooling and speeds; install tooling; inspect parts with gauges; maintain safety.

This long-term, on-site role offers a competitive $27.50-$30/hr with full benefits and opportunities to grow within the shop.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or machining environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Comfortable performing machine setups and adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machining equipment to manufacture metal components from bar stock
• Perform machining operations such as turning, boring, threading, and facing
• Read and interpret blueprints and job specifications
• Select tooling, cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut based on material and print requirements
• Install and adjust tooling, collets, bushings, and stock-feeding mechanisms
• Make machine adjustments to ensure proper timing, chip removal, and part quality
• Inspect first-run and sample parts using gauges, calipers, and micrometers
• Replace worn or damaged tools as needed
• Maintain quality and safety standards throughout the shift
• Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Machine setup

Job description

Employbridge partners with a precision manufacturing leader in Illinois seeking a hands-on Machine Operator to set up and run production equipment, read blueprints, and produce quality metal components from bar stock.

You will perform turning, boring, threading, and facing; select tooling and speeds; install tooling; inspect parts with gauges; maintain safety.

This long-term, on-site role offers a competitive $27.50-$30/hr with full benefits and opportunities to grow within the shop.