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CNC Set Up Operator

Chemring Energetic Devices
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

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Description

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we

build products that protect our Country, protect the individual

warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in

Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of

the of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

  • Exciting growth**?? Our work supports major space and defense

programs.

  • Impactful work**?? help manufacture components critical to national

security

  • Face-paced**environment

Join a**high-performing team**in a**thriving industry**

Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our**mission-critical

team!**

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional

market. The pay range for this position is (\$25-28) for entry level.

The benefit includes eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS

of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and

Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match on a 6%

contribution, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year

of employment). Vacation time accruals.

**Job Title??CNC Set Up Operator/Machinist-2nd shift**

If you\'re a skilled CNC Set-up/Operator/Machinist with a passion for

precision, quality, and innovation, this is the opportunity you\'ve been

waiting for. Our ideal candidate is a highly experienced machinist who

can interpret engineering drawings, work with tight tolerances, and

operate advanced machinery. Join us to be a part of groundbreaking

projects that have a global impact.

  • Essential Job Functions**:

1\. Interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to

set up and operate CNC machinery.

2\. Maintain precision by working within a tolerance of 0.00010? across

various materials.

3\. Proficiently setup and operate 5-Axis Milling centers and/or Multi

Spindle/Multi Turret lathes. Showcase competency in bench work and

deburring tasks.

Basic Requirements

1\. 5 years of experience with Okuma & Doosan Dual Spindle Lathes

2\. 5 years of experience with Okuma & Doosan 5-Axis CNC Milling

Centers

3\. Can work 2nd shift hours 4:00pm-12:30am with OT until 3:30am. There

is a \$3.00/hr shift differential.

(Complete Job Description Available Upon Request)

Working with industries where our parts are used, we fall under multiple

regulatory agencies. All CED Employees must meet the following minimum

requirements.

Missile Defense Agencyrequires our employees be US Citizen, US Person

(permanent resident or granted status as a ??protected person? under 8

U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (refugee and asylum recipients)

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearmsrequiring a stringent background

screening

Federal Aviation Administration?? mandated drug testing program

(prohibits drugs, including marijuana)

Chemring Energetic Devices is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate

applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national

origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other

legally protected characteristics.

The ??Know Your Rights? Poster is available here:[EEO Know Your

Rights](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf){target="_blank"

rel="noopener"}

CED??s EEO Policy Statement is available here:[EEO Policy

Statement](https://www.chemring.com/~/media/Files/C/Chemring-V3/pdfs/ced-equal-employment-opportunity-policy-statement.pdf){target="_blank"

rel="noopener"}

Chemring Energetic Devices is committed to working with and providing

reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any

part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Human Resources

at **humanresourc s@ced.us.com**or call**630-969-0620**and let us know

the nature of your request and your contact information.

Salary : $25 - $28

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