CNC Set-Up Machinist

Selectek, Inc.
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • $25–$30 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
3 days ago

Job Description


CNC Set-Up Machinist

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Pay Range: $25-$30/hr
Position Summary
Seeking a CNC Set-Up Machinist to support precision manufacturing operations by performing complete machine setups and production support on CNC mills and lathes. This role requires experience with tooling, fixturing, offsets, first-article inspections, and working with Mastercam-generated programs in a tight-tolerance machining environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform complete setups on CNC mills and lathes, including tooling installation, fixturing, workholding, and offset adjustments.
  • Load, prove out, and run Mastercam-generated CNC programs.
  • Conduct first-article inspections and make adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications.
  • Monitor production runs, tool wear, and process performance while making necessary corrections.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements.
  • Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
  • Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, fixturing, materials, or machine performance.
  • Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve setup efficiency, cycle times, and process consistency.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of CNC setup experience on mills and/or lathes.
  • Hands-on experience with CNC machining in a precision manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of Mastercam and the ability to run CAM-generated programs.
  • Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
  • Experience performing first-article inspections and maintaining tight tolerances.
  • Knowledge of tooling, fixturing, offsets, and machine setup procedures.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with 4-axis or 5-axis machining.
  • Ability to make basic CNC program edits using G-Code.
  • Experience in aerospace, medical, automotive, or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with setup documentation and process optimization.
  • Bilingual Polish and English.
Application Disclaimer
You don't need to meet 100% of the requirements to apply. If you match around 60-70% of the qualifications and feel confident you can learn the rest, let's talk.
Contact Information
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or send your resume to cbrandenburg@selectek.net to discuss the position in greater detail, or call 470-203-0989. If this isn't the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.

Numbers & Facts

LocationElk Grove Village, IL
Salary$25–$30 Per Hour

Skills

  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • CNC Latheunmatched
  • Computer Programmingunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Latheunmatched
  • Machine Toolunmatched
  • Machiningunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Polish Languageunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Production Controlunmatched
  • Production Machiningunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched

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