CNC Milling Operator II
Goodwin Recruiting · goodwinrecruiting.com
WheelingOn-siteMid level1–3 yrs
The job in short
CNC milling machine operation for precision production parts.
Details
- Found
- 10 d ago · posted 2026-10-07
- Location as listed
- Wheeling, Illinois
- Role
- Production / Machine Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Join our team as the CNC Milling Operator and take full ownership of production milling operations on a variety of established jobs. Reporting to shop supervision and working alongside setup machinists and quality personnel, you will operate multi-axis CNC milling equipment, maintain part quality, and ensure accurate production output in a precision manufacturing environment.
This role is ideal for a mid-level CNC machinist who has hands-on experience with precision milling and multi-axis equipment, and who wants to build on their technical skills in a structured production environment, as well as long-term stability and growth with a company that values quality and process discipline.
CNC Milling Operator II | What You Get
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing precision manufacturing company
• Exposure to complex CNC milling work across 3-axis, 4-axis, horizontal, and 5-axis equipment
• Opportunity to continue growing toward setup-level responsibilities
• Strong shop-floor environment where accuracy, consistency, and quality matter
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced CNC operators
• Competitive benefits package
• A company that values skilled machinists who take pride in doing the job right
CNC Milling Operator II | What You Will Do
• Operate 3-axis, 4-axis, 4-axis horizontal, and 5-axis CNC milling machines on established jobs with limited supervision
• Perform intermediate part inspection using calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gauges, and other precision measurement tools
• Make basic wear offset adjustments and perform routine tooling changes per documented procedures
• Follow work instructions, inspection plans, and traveler requirements on every job
• Identify and escalate tool issues, machine alarms, process variation, and part defects before nonconforming parts are produced
• Record job data, part counts, lot control, labor time, and required production documentation accurately
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while supporting production efficiency and quality standards
CNC Milling Operator II | What You Bring
• 1 to 3 years of precision CNC milling experience in a production manufacturing environment
• Intermediate blueprint reading ability with basic GD&T interpretation
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection methods
• Ability to recognize tool wear, poor surface finish, chatter, burrs, and dimensional drift
• Strong communication skills with setup machinists, leads, quality personnel, and supervision
• Ability to follow documented procedures, inspection plans, and production requirements with accuracy and consistency
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored authorization
This is a strong fit for a CNC Milling Operator who takes pride in precision work, wants exposure to complex machining, and is looking for a stable long-term opportunity with room to continue growing technically.
JOB ID: 177764
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Kalyn Schreckhise
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