CNC Machinist II-Vertical Lathe

Gelest Inc

Libertyville, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$36 Per Hour
SKILLS
Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Computer Programming, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Editing, Employee Assistance Plan, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Lathe, Machining, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Organizational Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Safety Systems, Team Player, Trigonometry, Tuition Reimbursement, Vertical Machining
LOCATION
Libertyville, IL
POSTED
20 days ago

Job Purpose

CNC Machinist II-Vertical Lathe

  • Location: Libertyville, IL
  • Shift: 1st Shift (7:30 AM-4:00 PM) and 2nd Shift (4:00 PM-12:30 AM)

As a CNC Machinist, you'll help drive production excellence by maintaining a clean, efficient, and collaborative environment. Your work ensures minimal downtime, consistent quality, and a culture of growth and stability.

Principal Accountabilities

As a key member of our manufacturing team, you will:

  • Log time and job data using ERP software
  • Interpret work orders, flow sheets, and part drawings to understand job requirements
  • Inspect blueprint dimensions using manual gauges
  • Load and verify tools and fixtures; fabricate basic fixtures when needed
  • Pull and verify correct materials from staging area per WOPAC
  • Set up and operate 3-axis mills and basic 2-axis lathe work
  • Upload/download CNC programs from programmer to machine
  • Align vices and locate fixture centers accurately
  • Submit first article and final inspections to Quality Assurance
  • Run production parts and conduct in-process inspections
  • Maintain a clean, organized workspace following 5S principles
  • Perform daily and monthly machine preventive maintenance
  • Communicate with Supervisor to ensure successful job completion
  • Support all safety and quality system requirements
  • Take on additional duties as assigned
  • This is a safety-sensitive position

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Knowledge / Skills / Experience

We're looking for a skilled professional who brings precision and pride to their craft:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • Basic proficiency with ERP software.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in:

  • CNC Machining

  • Blueprint reading

  • Manual inspection gauges

  • Editing and writing CNC programs

  • Strong basic math skills: trigonometry knowledge preferred.

  • Ability to stand for extended periods.

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

The salary range for this position is $28.00-$36.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

  • Competitive Benefits
  • Benefits begin on DAY 1!
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
  • $,1000 Sign-on Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Robust on the Job Training

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

About the Company

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Gelest Inc