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CNC Lathe Machinist - 1st Shift

ESPO Corporation
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2025
Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist-1st shift 
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire
Pay rate: 24-30/HR
7am-3:30pm

Description
Set up and operate CNC Lathes. Plan, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of fixtures and tools. Work from existing programs, equipment manuals, prints, work orders and instructions.
Requirements
Responsibilities:

  • Work with engineering personnel and operators to coordinate machining of work pieces.
  • Set up equipment using common hand tools, set controls and input program instructions to get maximum capacity out of equipment.
  • Insert and indicate in tooling, modify programs as necessary and operate equipment.
  • Run test samples and check with required tooling as necessary, monitor equipment operation and make operating adjustments as required.
  • Gauge finished work piece to ensure part is within tolerances.
  • Finish work piece using grinders, mills, EDM, and honing equipment.
  • Clean and put away precision measuring and electronic testing equipment.
  • Clean and lubricate equipment as necessary, use correct type and amount of lubrication and apply lubricants neatly.
  • Fill out parts requisitions, tool requests, and other required paperwork.
  • Follow all written quality and other procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • 4 years of experience setting up / running CNC Mills
  • Feature Cam or Fusion 360 programming knowledge and experience is a plus
  • Knowledge of basic machine skills (such as lathes, grinders, EDM sinkers, mills)
  • CAD/CAM knowledge is helpful but not required
  • Able to read micrometer, gauges and comparator. Also able to read blueprints.
  • Good computer skills and math skills
  • Good verbal & written communication skills
  • Good organization skills; able to prioritize and plan multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Self motivated; proactive in improving processes and anticipating needs/problems
  • Team player; able to work well with a wide variety of people
  • Quality and safety focused
  • Able to read and write fluently in English
  • Must be willing to work some overtime
  • ESPO has a comprehensive benefit package which includes group health insurance and dental insurance after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
     
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