Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer - Multi-Axis (Mills & Lathes)

At a Glance Company: Helander Metal Spinning Company Location: Addison, IL, United States (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $42 – $65/hr (based on experience) Shift: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed) Overtime: Available Experience Level: Senior (8+ years) Work Authorization: ITAR environment (U.S. Person required) --- Why This Role Exists This role exists to support complex, high-precision manufacturing in a regulated environment. At Helander Metal Spinning Company, this position plays a key role in producing aerospace and high-performance components , with a strong focus on process ownership, quality, and repeatability . --- The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs Machine tight-tolerance parts (±.005" or better) Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T Select tooling, fixturing, and machining strategies Perform first-article and in-process inspection Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues Improve processes, documentation, and repeatability Mentor less experienced machinists and support the shop floor --- Machines, Controls & Software You’ll work with equipment such as: Machines: CNC Mills, Lathes, Multi-Axis Machines (3, 4, 5-Axis) Controls: Fanuc / similar industry-standard controls CAM Software: MasterCAM or Fusion360 (any CAM experience valuable) Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, gauges, first-article inspection tools --- Materials You’ll Work With Titanium Copper Inconel / Nickel-based alloys Other high-performance metals --- What We’re Looking For Required: 8+ years CNC machining experience Strong CNC programming experience (writing, modifying, optimizing) Experience with complex setups and multi-axis machining Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and tooling issues Comfortable working in a hands-on, production-driven role Preferred (Not Required): Experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining Experience with tooling and fixturing design Background in aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing Experience in regulated environments (AS9100, ISO, ITAR, NADCAP) --- Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Helander Metal Spinning Company because: Work on aerospace and high-performance components Stable, long-standing company Challenging high-mix manufacturing environment Opportunity to own processes and make real impact Strong technical culture with experienced machinists --- Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range: $42 – $65/hr (DOE) Benefits: Competitive compensation Stable workload in a regulated industry Opportunity to work on complex, high-value parts Schedule: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed) Overtime: Available --- Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now