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CNC Lathe Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

$27.5 - $38.5 per hour

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Lathe Setup Technician, 2 nd Shift: Rockford, IL

We are seeking experienced CNC Lathe Setup Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. This position is ideal for individuals with machining experience who thrive in a hands-on environment and take pride in producing high-quality precision components.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate CNC lathes and general machining equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, part drawings, and job routings
  • Load, unload, and manage machine programs
  • Inspect finished parts and complete in-process quality checks
  • Identify and communicate production concerns or process improvement opportunities
  • Troubleshoot machine and production issues as needed
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance and upkeep
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
  • Support team production goals and assist fellow operators when needed

Skills & Experience :

  • Education : HS Diploma required
  • Experience : 2-5+ years of CNC lathe experience required ; experience working on CNC Puma, Daewoo, and/or Mazak machines preferred
  • Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret blueprints required
  • Software: experience with Mastercam highly preferred

W hat W e Offer:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Group Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 9 company paid holidays
  • Overtime opportunities

Please Note:

This role does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Pay: $27.50 - $38.50/hour

Type: Full-Time, 2nd Shift, On-Site

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 4:30 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.

If you’re a detail-oriented machinist looking to take the next step in your career, apply today.

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting is a full-service human resources agency headquartered in Freeport, IL, and has 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. We are a growing company that embodies professionalism, pursues excellence, embraces challenges, and has fun! We find valuable placements for employees looking for work and employers looking for staff. Put us to work, finding you work. Visit us online to complete an application today.

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