Edm Operator

Job Description Job Title : Wire EDM Programmer/Operator Location : Loves Park, IL Hire Type : Long Term Contract with Full Benefits Salary :$30-$40/hr. Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan. We are seeking a Wire EDM Programmer/Operator to program, set up, and operate Wire EDM equipment to produce high-precision components. This role requires strong knowledge of CAD/CAM programming, blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision inspection while maintaining strict quality standards. Job Duties: Create 2-axis and 4-axis Wire EDM programs using Mastercam, Esprit, or similar CAM software. Set up, indicate, and operate Wire EDM machines such as Mitsubishi, Sodick, or Agie. Read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T requirements. Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, comparators, CMMs, and other precision measuring equipment. Optimize machining processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize unattended machine operation. Perform routine Wire EDM maintenance, including cleaning work tanks, tables, and wire path components. Maintain production records, control charts, and required quality documentation. Follow AS9100/ISO 9001 quality and documentation procedures. Qualifications: 3–5 years of Wire EDM setup and operating experience or equivalent CNC/Wire EDM experience. Experience programming Wire EDM equipment using Mastercam, Esprit, or similar CAD/CAM software. Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge. Strong understanding of shop math, including geometry and trigonometry. Experience using precision inspection equipment. High school diploma or equivalent required. Two-year technical degree or certificate preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to troubleshoot machining and programming issues. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sterling Engineering, Inc.