Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer

Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer – Multi-Axis (Mills & Lathes) At a Glance Company: Helander Metal Spinning Company Location: Addison, IL, United States (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $42 – $65/hr (based on experience) Shift: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed) Overtime: Available Experience Level: Senior (8+ years) Work Authorization: ITAR environment (U.S. Person required) Why This Role Exists This role exists to support complex, high-precision manufacturing in a regulated environment. At Helander Metal Spinning Company, this position plays a key role in producing aerospace and high-performance components , with a strong focus on process ownership, quality, and repeatability . The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs Machine tight-tolerance parts (±.005" or better) Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T Select tooling, fixturing, and machining strategies Perform first-article and in-process inspection Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues Improve processes, documentation, and repeatability Mentor less experienced machinists and support the shop floor Machines, Controls & Software You’ll work with equipment such as: Machines: CNC Mills, Lathes, Multi-Axis Machines (3, 4, 5-Axis) Controls: Fanuc / similar industry-standard controls CAM Software: MasterCAM or Fusion360 (any CAM experience valuable) Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, gauges, first-article inspection tools Materials You’ll Work With Titanium Copper Inconel / Nickel-based alloys Other high-performance metals What We’re Looking For Required: 8+ years CNC machining experience Strong CNC programming experience (writing, modifying, optimizing) Experience with complex setups and multi-axis machining Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and tooling issues Comfortable working in a hands-on, production-driven role Preferred (Not Required): Experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining Experience with tooling and fixturing design Background in aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing Experience in regulated environments (AS9100, ISO, ITAR, NADCAP) Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Helander Metal Spinning Company because: Work on aerospace and high-performance components Stable, long-standing company Challenging high-mix manufacturing environment Opportunity to own processes and make real impact Strong technical culture with experienced machinists Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range: $42 – $65/hr (DOE) Benefits: Competitive compensation Stable workload in a regulated industry Opportunity to work on complex, high-value parts Schedule: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed) Overtime: Available Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now

Created: 2026-04-02