1st Shift Milling Operator - Aerospace Machining

TekPro Engineering
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    We are working with an established precision manufacturing company in the Wheeling area that is looking to add a CNC Milling Operator to its 1st shift team.

    This is a great opportunity for someone with CNC operating experience who wants to join a stable, growing manufacturer producing high-precision components for demanding industries including aerospace, defense, medical, and other advanced manufacturing markets.

    Responsibilities

    • Operate CNC milling machines to produce precision machined components
    • Load and unload parts, materials, and tooling as required
    • Perform basic machine adjustments and tool changes
    • Read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and job specifications
    • Inspect completed parts using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection equipment
    • Monitor machines throughout the production process and identify potential quality or tooling issues
    • Maintain tight tolerances and ensure parts meet quality requirements
    • Complete production documentation and follow established manufacturing procedures
    • Maintain a clean and organized work area

    Qualifications

    • Previous CNC milling or CNC machine operating experience
    • Comfortable working in a precision machining/manufacturing environment
    • Ability to read blueprints
    • Familiarity with basic inspection equipment such as micrometers and calipers
    • Understanding of machining tools and basic CNC processes
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
    • CNC setup experience is a plus but not required

    Why Consider This Opportunity?

    • 1st shift schedule
    • Full-time, direct-hire position
    • Stable and established precision manufacturer
    • Work with modern CNC equipment and tight-tolerance components
    • Exposure to aerospace, defense, medical, and other high-precision industries
    • Opportunity to develop your machining skills and grow within the company
    • Benefits, PTO, and long-term career opportunity

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationElk Grove Village, IL

    Skills

    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • CNC Milling Machineunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Machiningunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Developmentunmatched
    • Production Machiningunmatched

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