Precision CNC Machining & Metrology Careers

Job Description

Job Description

Precision CNC Machining & Metrology Careers

Location: Wheeling, IL | Industry: Precision Manufacturing

Hi! I’m Trisha, a Senior Recruiter with TekPro. I’m partnering with a growing precision manufacturer that builds high‑quality metal and plastic components for demanding industries. Think: a clean, well-organized production floor, steady overtime, competitive wages, and room to advance.

A day in the life

It’s 6:00 AM in Wheeling. The CNC Milling Setup Machinist powers up a cell, dials in the workholding, programs offsets, and verifies a tight‑tolerance first‑article to the print and GD&T callouts. Across the aisle, a CNC Operator keeps the mills and lathes humming—loading, unloading, and checking parts with micrometers and calipers to keep production on pace. Later, the Quality Inspector validates dimensions, studies blueprints, and signs off on critical features—sometimes stepping onto a CMM to verify complex geometry. Together, they turn precision into reality.

Open roles CNC Milling Setup Machinist

• Shift: 1st Shift – 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Pay: $30.00 – $35.00/hr
• Perform frequent CNC milling setups
• Work with tight‑tolerance precision components
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements
• Support production and process improvements

CNC Operator

• Shifts: 1st – 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 2nd – 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Pay: $20.00 – $30.00/hr | 8% shift differential for 2nd shift
• Operate CNC mills and lathes
• Load, unload, and inspect parts
• Perform basic measurements and quality checks
• Follow blueprints and work instructions

Quality Inspector

• Shifts: 1st – 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 2nd – 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Pay: $20.00 – $30.00/hr | 8% shift differential for 2nd shift
• Inspect precision metal and plastic components
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection tools
• Read blueprints and verify dimensional requirements
• CMM operation experience is a plus

Why you’ll want this job

• Competitive pay and 2nd‑shift differential
• 5–10 hours of overtime available weekly
• Clean, precision manufacturing environment
• Stable company with long-term opportunities
• Real paths for growth and advancement

What we’re looking for

• Experience in CNC machining, setup, operating, or quality inspection
• Background with precision metal or plastic components preferred
• Blueprint reading skills
• Hands-on use of inspection equipment
• GD&T experience is a plus

How to apply

Apply today and submit your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a quick initial screening.

About TekPro

TekPro partners with leading manufacturing and engineering companies across the U.S., connecting skilled professionals with long-term career opportunities.