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Machinist - Manual - 1st shift

Sterling Engineering

Job Description

Title : Manual Machinist
Location : Itasca, IL
Hire Type : Contract to Hire (6 months)
Shift : 1st shift M-F
Compensation :
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.
Must have Skill Set : Manual Mill experience needed


Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Manual Machinist with strong Bridgeport mill experience to join our team. This is a hands-on role focused strictly on manual machining - no CNC work. If you take pride in precision, craftsmanship, and working directly from prints, this is a great opportunity.


Job Duties:

  • Operate Bridgeport manual mills to machine precision parts
  • Read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings
  • Set up, machine, and inspect parts to print specifications
  • Perform measurements using standard inspection tools
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience operating Bridgeport mills (required)
  • Strong ability to read and interpret prints
  • Experience machining parts manually (no CNC)
  • Ability to hold tight tolerances
  • Dependable and able to work overtime
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.

Meet Your Recruiter

Tami Van


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.

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