Description CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd Shift Advanced Machine & Engineering (AME) is located in the heart of Rockford, Illinois. Our 50+ year old company offers a unique work culture with excellent people. We have Immediate full-time, 2nd shift opening for experienced Mazak CNC Lathe Programmer / Set-up & Machine Operation Operator. The ideal candidates will need to perform all of their own set-ups, write their own programs in Mazatrol and have an excellent understanding of process, tooling, gauging and recognize risk areas of the parts being machined. We have a clean, modern, climate controlled & safe work environment. Ideal applicant education, skills and requirements include the following: Job Responsibilities • Responsible for optimizing each machining process to produce the most efficient and productive process possible. • Programming CNC lathe using Mazatrol. • Perform set-ups. • Perform all required inspection checks to ensure parts are in tolerance and meet customer requirements • Responsible for using the correct inspection equipment and tools to perform quality checks. • Responsible for maintaining and storing all cutting tools, inspection tools, and specialized machine cell equipment to required standards. • Perform daily maintenance activities, such as checking fluids etc. • Clean and deburr parts as required. • Participates in QC/continuous improvement processes in support of increased efficiencies Education / Experience • High School or Equivalent work experience within tool manufacturing co. • 5-year minimum job shop experience programming & setting-up CNC Lathes machining equipment • Strong math and measuring skills • Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and interpret computer programs sent to machine centers • Ability to operate large overhead crane and operate forklift • Ability to lift 50 lbs. We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes the following: • Medical, RX, Dental and Vision Insurance • Company-paid Life Insurance • Disability Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Educational Reimbursement Program • 401(K) Retirement Plan with company Match • Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days & PTO • Employee Engagement Activities. • Job Type: Full-time