CNC Milling Machinist- 1st Shift

Job Title: CNC Milling Machinist- 1st Shift
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire
Pay rate: 24-30/HR
Set up, operate and maintain CNC 3-axis Mills. Plan, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of fixtures and tools. Work from existing programs, equipment manuals, prints, work orders and instructions.
Responsibilities:
* Work with engineering personnel and operators to coordinate machining of work pieces.
* Set up equipment using common hand tools, set controls and input program instructions to get maximum capacity out of equipment.
* Insert and indicate in tooling, modify programs as necessary and operate equipment.
* Run test samples and check with required tooling as necessary, monitor equipment operation and make operating adjustments as required.
* Gauge finished work piece to ensure part is within tolerances.
* Finish work piece using grinders, mills, EDM, and honing equipment.
* Clean and put away precision measuring and electronic testing equipment.
* Clean and lubricate equipment as necessary, use correct type and amount of lubrication and apply lubricants neatly.
* Fill out parts requisitions, tool requests, and other required paperwork.
* Follow all written quality and other procedures.
* Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
* 2+ years of experience setting up / running CNC Mills
* Feature Cam or Fusion 360 programming knowledge and experience is a plus
* Knowledge of basic machine skills (such as lathes, grinders, EDM sinkers, mills)
* CAD/CAM knowledge is helpful but not required
* Able to read micrometer, gauges and comparator. Also able to read blueprints.
* Good computer skills and math skills
* Good verbal & written communication skills
* Good organization skills; able to prioritize and plan multiple tasks simultaneously
* Self motivated; proactive in improving processes and anticipating needs/problems
* Team player; able to work well with a wide variety of people
* Quality and safety focused
* Able to read and write fluently in English
* Must be willing to work some overtime
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