CNC Machinist

Precision Resource seeks a CNC MACHINIST to join our well-established Vernon Hills, Illinois manufacturing division. We're approximately 30 miles north of Chicago and 30 miles south of Kenosha Wisconsin. We're a small-medium sized division of our solid, privately held, global company that innovates and manufactures a high volume of metal parts for automotive, aerospace, hardware and other industries. Our proven quality and safety are driven through our ISO 14001, QMS and IATF registered processes. You'll Have * 1st shift 4-day work week, Mon-Thur, plus some overtime availability. * Generous PTO supporting our work-life balance culture. * Opportunity to learn multiple areas of our Toolroom, and tuition reimbursement. * Good compensation package, including many benefits and 401k match with full vesting. * Annual bonus potential. * Collaborative culture with a skilled team of toolroom machinists, production machine operators, engineers, and knowledgeable managers. * Approachable, positive leaders across all departments. * Smaller company culture with the best features of being a part of a larger global company in technical industries. Essential Duties * Set-up and operate CNC Machining Centers as part of the Toolroom team that supports machining requirements for production tooling, quality control gauges and parts that require CNC machining. Programming ideal. * Shape metal parts to specifications in tooling prints using drawings, existing programs and verbal instructions. * Using schedules and verbal instruction, identify tooling components to be made, standard fixtures to be used, machine settings, number of parts to be machined, and programs to be used. * Move controls to align parts, load job specific program into machine, and adjust machine settings. * Observe and verify machine settings, part orientation, and proper program through dry run. * Inspect work visually and with measuring instruments using designs, sketches, and verbal instruction. * Perform applicable machine repair and maintenance. * Accurately document and maintain records in ERP system. * Provide backup support for other toolroom machines when needed. * Participate in continual improvement teams and activities as required. * Comply with all safety requirements including but not limited to keeping a clean and orderly work area. * Regular and punctual work attendance as scheduled. Qualifications * High School diploma or equivalent, plus 2 years of CNC Machining experience or comparable technical school CNC Machining education. * Experience with set-up and operation of CNC machining, ideally milling precision tooling components ideal. * CNC programming experience ideal, or capability of efficiently learning with strong computer aptitude. * Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications. * Experience with various close tolerance inspection tools and equipment. * Knowledge of English & Metric measurement systems. * Ideally, interest and ability in learning to run other Toolroom machines including manual machines, lathe, mill, surface grinder, drill press, Wire EDM. * Must be able to manage multiple priorities and easily adapt to changing situations. * Self-motivated with a desire to learn and continuously improve performance. * Very reliable and punctual attendance. * Apply self-motivation to achieve excellent productivity starting at $23-$29 hourly with annual pay increases and bonus potential. Precision Resource is an equal opportunity employer, D/V.

Created: 2026-04-02