Mill Turn Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Growth Opportunities | Long-Term Stability | Complex, High-Precision Work | Flexible Hours

Join a well-established precision machining company in Glenview with over 60 years of industry success . Specializing in high-end, tight-tolerance components for aerospace, defense, automotive, and other demanding industries, this company has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term customer relationships.

Operating out of a 35,000 sq. ft., climate-controlled facility , the team of 50 employees utilizes 100+ CNC machines to produce complex, precision-engineered parts. With many employees staying 20+ years , this is a place where you can build a stable, long-term career while continuing to grow your skills.

Position Overview

As a Mill-Turn Set-Up Machinist , you will be responsible for setting up and optimizing multi-axis mill-turn machines to produce complex, high-precision components. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technical challenges and working on intricate parts from start to finish.

Schedule & Work Environment

• 1st Shift Position
• Flexible start/end times to support work-life balance
• Optional overtime available

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Long-term stability with a company that has stood the test of time
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-precision parts
• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• Proven track record of employee retention and internal growth

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Performance-based year-end bonuses (individual + company)

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate mill-turn or multi-axis machines (e.g., live tooling lathes, 5–9 axis machines)
• Configure both turning and milling operations in a single setup
• Install complex tooling packages (live tools, sub-spindles, Y-axis tooling)
• Load, test, and optimize multi-channel CNC programs
• Perform first article and in-process inspections
• Synchronize operations between spindles and turrets
• Troubleshoot complex machining issues across multiple operations
• Optimize cycle times and reduce tool wear
• Ensure part quality across complete, finished components

Qualifications:

• 2–5+ years CNC experience, including mill and lathe setups or mill turn set up
• Strong understanding of multi-axis machining and machine kinematics
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T
• Experience with advanced CNC controls (Fanuc, Okuma, Mazak, etc.)
• Ability to edit multi-channel G-code programs
• Deep knowledge of tooling, workholding, and process sequencing
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Trade school or advanced machining certification (preferred)

AMC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• G-Code
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• Turning Lathe
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)