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CNC Machinist - all shifts

Ingersoll Machine Tools, Inc.
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/1/2026

Ingersoll Machine Tool offers a full range of benefits including, 11 paid holidays, PTO, 401k, competitive Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.

Position Summary:

The CNC Machinist operates large-scale CNC milling machines to machine complex components to precise tolerances and surface finish requirements. This role is responsible for machine setup, program verification, process adjustments, and quality validation on parts weighing up to 80 tons and measuring up to 30 meters in length. The machinist must demonstrate strong knowledge of CNC controls, machining practices, tooling, and precision measurement while working safely in a heavy industrial environment. Experience with 5-axis gantry style machines is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interpret routings, engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications to determine proper setup and machining sequence
  • Set up large workpieces using overhead cranes, fixtures, and rigging in accordance with safety standards
  • Load, verify, and manage pre-set tooling in tool magazines/chains
  • Operate large CNC milling machines and adjust speeds, feeds, offsets, and cutting parameters to achieve required tolerances and finishes
  • Perform manual machining operations when required
  • Monitor machining operations and make real-time adjustments to optimize performance and quality
  • Inspect completed work using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and collaborate with Engineering and Supervision to resolve drawing discrepancies or process constraints
  • Maintain safe work practices and adhere to all company safety policies
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • 3–5 years of CNC machining experience on large or heavy equipment
  • Demonstrated experience operating large CNC milling machines or similar equipment
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints, routings, and GD&T
  • Strong knowledge of machining practices including speeds, feeds, tooling selection, and cutting strategies
  • Experience with machine setup, workholding, and alignment
  • Experience operating CNC machines manually when required
  • Other Tasks as required
  • Ability to work off shifts and possibly some weekends if needed

CNC Control Requirements

  • Required: Experience with Siemens CNC controls
  • Required: Experience with Fanuc CNC controls

Education

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Technical training or machining certification preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs daily
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in a heavy industrial environment for extended periods
  • Ability to safely work around large machinery and overhead cranes

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