Manual Machinist - 2nd shift

Itasca, IL 60143

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Machinist Job Number: 53681948 Compensation: $22-27 / hour

Job Description

Manual Machinist – 2nd Shift (Training is done on 1st Shift)
? Location: Itasca, IL
? Shift: Start on 1st shift, transition to 2nd shift (4:00 PM – 12:00 AM) once staffing is in place
? Pay: $27–28/hr + $3/hr shift differential
? OT: Lots of overtime available
? Positions: 5–8 openings
? Type: Temp-to-Direct

About the Company
Join a leading industrial equipment manufacturer that designs and builds systems for a variety of industries, including construction, metal processing, medical, telecommunications, and power.
•    Operates multiple specialized business units with engineering, sales, and customer support teams
•    Focuses on collaboration with customers to deliver high-value, innovative solutions
•    Provides lifecycle support, including equipment upgrades, refurbishments, and parts
•    Backed by a long history and global reach, supporting customers worldwide
Position Overview
Seeking experienced Manual Machinists skilled on Bridgeport Mills. This is a hands-on role—no CNC, —focused on manual milling and part fabrication according to prints.

Key Responsibilities
•    Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
•    Operate Bridgeport mills and other manual machining equipment
•    Machine parts manually to specifications
•    Maintain quality, accuracy, and safety standards
•    Work extended hours as needed; OT available

Requirements
•    Proven manual machining experience
•    Strong knowledge of Bridgeport mills or other milling machines
•    Ability to read and work from prints
•    Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious

Why You’ll Love It
•    Competitive pay: $27–28/hr + $3 shift differential
•    Overtime available regularly
•    Temp-to-Direct opportunity for strong performers
•    Hands-on work with manual milling in a growing team
•    Work for a company delivering innovative industrial solutions globally

Meet Your Recruiter

Liz Galvan

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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