CNC Machinist

Now hiring for a CNC Machinist – Direct Hire
Location: Glenview, IL
Pay Rate: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour
$1,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment.
Schedule: 1st Shift

Precision Isn’t Optional. It’s Who You Are.

Looking for CNC Machinist openings in Glenview where craftsmanship still counts? This shop runs on pride, patience, and performance.

Looking for CNC Machinist jobs in Glenview where precision, technology, and craftsmanship come together? This opportunity lets you program, set up, and operate CNC equipment to manufacture high-quality components while supporting efficient production and exceptional quality.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training, trade school, or machining certification preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, CAD drawings, work instructions, and technical documents in English.
• Strong shop math skills, including calculations for speeds, feeds, tolerances, and machining parameters.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience required.
• Experience setting up, programming, and operating HAAS CNC Mills and CNC Lathes.
• Proficiency with Haas Conversational Programming, G-Code, and Fusion 360.
• Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, UHMW, and plastic materials.
• Ability to write, edit, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs at the machine controller.
• Experience working with prototypes, custom parts, and small-batch manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating manual mills and manual lathes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing projects from programming through final production.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, fabrication, and assembly teams.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to operate shop equipment, machinery, hand tools, and small lifts.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and machine shop environment.

Job Duties

• Independently manage machining projects from programming and setup through final production.
• Set up, program, and operate HAAS CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components.
• Program using Haas Conversational Programming, G-Code, and Fusion 360 software.
• Operate manual mills, lathes, and general shop equipment including drill presses, grinders, and band saws as needed.
• Read blueprints and CAD drawings to manufacture parts according to specifications and tolerances.
• Calculate and adjust speeds, feeds, depth of cut, tooling, and coolant flow for optimal machining performance.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring tools.
• Maintain tolerances as close as ±.005 and occasionally ±.001.
• Collaborate with engineering and assembly teams to support custom projects and prototype builds.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.

Benefits – Offered by Our Client

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401K matching
• 2 weeks PTO + an additional week at year-end
• Paid holidays
• Year-end bonus
• Fun work environment

What You Will Do

As a CNC Machinist you will set up, operate, monitor, and adjust CNC machining equipment to manufacture precision components according to engineering specifications. You will verify machine setups, inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments, troubleshoot machining issues, maintain tooling, and support quality and production goals while following established safety and manufacturing procedures.

A CNC Machinist helps manufacture precision-engineered products through the operation and monitoring of CNC machinery. This position requires strong technical skills, blueprint interpretation, and the ability to consistently produce accurate work.

The CNC Machinist applies machining knowledge, inspection techniques, and problem-solving ability to maintain quality standards while supporting efficient production. Successful professionals value safety, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

This profession offers meaningful opportunities within today’s advanced manufacturing industry.

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