CNC Machinist

Elmhurst, IL 60126

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Machinist Job Number: 57297905 Compensation: $31.25-43.30 / hour

Job Description

CNC Machinist 
Location: Near O'Hare Airport 
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift
Compensation: $65,000 - $90,000 annually ($31.25 - $43.25/hour)

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced CNC professional to support machining operations through fixture setup, tooling support, machine changeovers, and CNC equipment maintenance. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, troubleshooting machining processes, and ensuring CNC equipment is properly set up and operating efficiently.
The role will support a variety of CNC mills, lathes, Bridgeports, and related machining equipment while working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve tooling and fixturing processes.

Responsibilities:
  • Set up, tear down, and support CNC machining centers for production and engineering activities
  • Build, repair, modify, and maintain CNC fixtures, tooling, and work holding equipment
  • Troubleshoot fixture and machining issues to minimize downtime and improve performance
  • Perform machine changeovers and setup verification
  • Support CNC mills, lathes, Bridgeport machines, and other machining equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve machining processes and fixture designs
  • Assist with machine maintenance and equipment upkeep
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
Qualifications:
Required:
  • Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience
  • Strong experience setting up and breaking down CNC machines
  • Experience building, repairing, and troubleshooting fixtures and tooling
  • Hands-on experience with CNC mills, lathes, Bridgeports, and similar machining equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Preferred:
  • Experience with ProTrak, SurfCAM, or similar CNC programming software
  • CAD experience for fixture, tooling, or workholding design
  • Experience supporting prototype, custom, or low-volume manufacturing environments
  • Technical school, apprenticeship, or machining certification
Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Competitive compensation of $65,000 - $90,000 annually
  • Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
  • Diverse work supporting multiple machine platforms and machining processes
  • Opportunity to apply both machining and fixturing expertise in a highly skilled manufacturing environment

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Pay Transparency
The anticipated compensation range for this position is $65,000 - $90,000 annually ($31.25 - $43.25 per hour). Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Meet Your Recruiter

Zachery Noble

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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