Job Description

A growing precision manufacturer in Cary, IL is hiring CNC Lead Machinists for both 1st and 2nd Shift operations.

This is a working lead position for an experienced machinist who enjoys mentoring others while remaining hands-on with setups, production, troubleshooting, and process improvement.

What You'll Do:

• Perform machine setups and changeovers

• Run CNC production equipment

• Support and train CNC operators

• Assist with troubleshooting machining and quality issues

• Coordinate workflow within the machining department

• Ensure production goals and quality standards are achieved

This is NOT a disciplinary management role. The CNC Lead works alongside the team and serves as a technical resource and mentor.

Qualifications:

• Extensive CNC machining experience

• Strong setup experience on CNC mills and/or lathes

• Experience with HAAS, Okuma, Doosan, or similar equipment

• Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T

• Experience holding tolerances as tight as .001"

• G-code editing experience

• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

• Experience supporting or training machinists preferred

Available Shifts:

1st Shift:

Monday – Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

2nd Shift:

Monday – Thursday: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Friday overtime as needed

Compensation:

Up to $36/hour depending on experience

This is an opportunity to join a growing manufacturing organization that values technical expertise, teamwork, and long-term career development.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• G-Code
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
• Machine Geometry & Alignment
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Okuma, Haas, Doosan, Mazak, Fanuc)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Mazak)
• CNC Swiss Lathe (Star, Citizen, Tsugami, Yama-Seiki)
• CAM Software (Mastercam, Esprit, HSM Works, Mazatrol, Autodesk Fusion 360, GibbsCAM)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, Okuma)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)