Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Comparator, Computer Programming, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Engineering Drawing, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Production Systems, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Software Engineering
Title: CNC Programmer / Setup Machinist
Location: Rockford, IL Area
Hire Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift:
- 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Compensation: $28/hr – $31/hr
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Must Have Skill Set: CNC programming, CNC setup, blueprint reading, G-code programming, precision inspection equipment experience
Overview:
We are partnering with a growing manufacturing organization in Rockford seeking skilled CNC Programmer / Setup Machinists for both 1st and 2nd shift opportunities. These individuals will be responsible for programming and setting up CNC mills and/or lathes to machine precision metal components while ensuring quality, safety, and production standards are consistently met. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong machining knowledge, attention to detail, and experience creating repeatable manufacturing processes in a production environment.
Job Duties:
- Program CNC mills and/or lathes using offline programming software and G-code programming at the machine control
- Set up CNC equipment to machine castings and raw materials accurately and efficiently
- Perform in-process inspections to verify dimensional accuracy, tool wear, and setup integrity
- Deburr finished parts as required
- Ensure CNC programs and setups meet all blueprint and drawing specifications
- Collaborate with supervisors and quality personnel to maintain repeatable and safe machining processes
- Utilize precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, comparators, and profilometers
Qualifications:
- Experience programming and setting up CNC mills and/or lathes
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
- Experience with offline programming software and G-code programming
- Familiarity with precision inspection and measurement equipment
- Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work in a manufacturing/shop environment and lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
500 to 999 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
http://www.sterling-engineering.com