CNC Machinists - Lathes & Mills (Mazak & Fanuc)

At a Glance

Company: Tech-Max Machine
Location: Itasca, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $20–$40 per hour (DOE)
Shift: Day & Night Shifts Available
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)
Work Authorization: U.S. Person or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth, new programs, and increased demand for large, complex CNC-machined components .

At Tech-Max Machine , CNC Machinists play a critical role in producing precision parts for aerospace, industrial, and custom applications. This is not repetitive button-pushing — this role requires strong setup, machining knowledge, and pride in craftsmanship.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC Mills and CNC Lathes
• Load, edit, and verify CNC programs
• Select tooling, set offsets, and verify setups
• Machine large, complex components to print
• Perform in-process and final inspections
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Safely operate lifting and material-handling equipment
• Perform basic machine maintenance and housekeeping

This role is hands-on, technical, and well-suited for experienced machinists who enjoy challenging work.

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Machines, Controls & Technology

You’ll work with advanced CNC equipment including:

Machines

• CNC Mills (Vertical & Horizontal)
• CNC Lathes
• Vertical Turning Lathes (VTL)
• 5-Axis CNC Machines

Controls

• Mazak
• FANUC

Inspection Tools

• Standard precision measuring instruments
• Blueprint & GD&T-based inspection

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience (mills and/or lathes)
• Strong experience with Mazak and/or FANUC controls
• Proven ability to read blueprints and GD&T
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and detail

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with 5-Axis machining or VTLs
• Exposure to AS9100 or ISO 9000 environments
• Background machining large or complex parts

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Carbon & alloy steels
• Large fabricated or machined components

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Tech-Max Machine because:

• Brand-new, state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility
• Work on large, challenging parts (not small repetitive work)
• Modern CNC equipment and tooling
• Stable workload and long-term opportunity
• A shop culture that respects skilled tradespeople

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• $20–$40/hr (DOE)
• PPO Health Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays & paid vacation
• Annual vision reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing training and mentoring

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC .

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