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CNC operator

Special Fastener Operations, INC
Belvidere, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2026

Monday-Thursday 7AM-4:30PM with some additional overtime as needed

Overview
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a CNC Operator and become a vital part of precision machining and fabrication processes. In this role, you will operate, monitor, and maintain CNC machines to produce high-quality components with accuracy and efficiency. Your expertise will help ensure our manufacturing facility maintains the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced machinery, including CNC milling machines, and manual lathes while applying your mechanical knowledge and manufacturing skills to create exceptional products.

Very flexible hours

Will hire people that are retired looking for something to do.

Duties

  • Set up and operate CNC machinery such as milling machines, and manual lathes.
  • Read and interpret detailed blueprints, technical drawings, and verbal specifications to ensure precise fabrication.
  • Conduct quality control checks using precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and other tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
  • Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines and tooling to ensure optimal performance; troubleshoot issues promptly.
  • Handle materials safely within the manufacturing environment, including materials handling and operation of forklifts when necessary.
  • Assist in assembly line tasks related to fabrication, or finishing processes as needed.

Experience

  • Proven factory or manufacturing experience working with CNC machinery in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machining processes such as CNC programming, and blueprint reading.
  • Familiarity with various machine tools including CNC milling machines, manual lathes, and hand tools.
  • Experience operating forklifts or other warehouse equipment is a plus.
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers accurately for quality assurance.
  • Basic math skills for interpreting measurements and machine settings; understanding of GD&T principles is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing setting to ensure a safe working environment for all team members. Join us in shaping the future of manufacturing by applying your technical skills in a vibrant environment where innovation meets precision!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $30

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