CNC Manufacturing Technician — Multi‑Axis Turning & Milling

Timken - Aurora Bearing

Montgomery, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Check Processing, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Drilling, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Lathe, Life Insurance, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Production Specifications, Vertical Machining
LOCATION
Montgomery, IL
POSTED
Today

Join the Timken Aurora Bearing team

We’re growing and adding CNC talent on day and afternoon shifts. If you enjoy producing tight-tolerance parts and want a place to build your career, this role is for you.

Pay & Schedule

  • Starting base: $21.50/hr (based on experience)
  • 2nd shift premium: +$1.50/hr
  • 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm
  • 2nd Shift: 3:30pm–12:00am

On-the-job training and growth opportunity available.

Role Snapshot

  • Program and/or operate CNC lathes and mills to perform I.D., O.D., facing, chamfering, grooving, and drilling from bar stock to print.
  • Choose and change arbors, fixtures, speeds, inserts, and tooling to drawing requirements.
  • Run and qualify the first piece; adjust offsets to meet all quality characteristics; complete setup paperwork for approval.
  • Load parts, run cycles, and perform in‑process checks at defined intervals; make adjustments to maintain spec throughout production.
  • Monitor fluid levels and keep equipment in reliable operating condition.
  • Surface grind and re‑sharpen arbor teeth as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Prefer 1 year in a manufacturing environment operating CNC equipment (setup experience preferred)
  • Experience with Hardinge lathe, HAAS, Mazak, Ganesh, or Doosan is a plus
  • Proficient with gages and micrometers
  • Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints

Core Competencies

  • GD&T
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • CNC Tooling
  • G‑Code & M‑Code
  • CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
  • Troubleshooting CNC Machines
  • Manual Machining
  • Communication Skills
  • Shop Math
  • Manufacturing Environment Experience
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Basic Computer Skills

Machines & Technologies

  • CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) — Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan
  • CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) — Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan
  • CNC Swiss Lathe
  • CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
  • CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Why Timken

  • 401(k) with company match for first 6%
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Short‑term & long‑term disability
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Company‑paid life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vacation and paid holidays
  • Wellness programs & discounts

About the Company

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Timken - Aurora Bearing