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Skilled-CNC Mill Machinist / Programmer / Operator
 QPS Employment Group | |
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paid time off, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, Illinois, Lake Villa | |
 Sep 16, 2026 | |
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Position Title: CNC Mill Machinist / Programmer / Operator
Wage: $28.00 - $38.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm We are seeking an experienced CNC Mill Machinist / Programmer / Operator for a well-established precision manufacturing operation in Lake Villa, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional who enjoys taking a project from blueprint to finished part and has strong hands-on experience programming, setting up, and operating HAAS CNC mills using Mastercam CNC Mill Machinist / Programmer / Operator Responsibilities: - Program, set up, and operate HAAS CNC milling machines - Create, modify, and troubleshoot CNC programs using Mastercam - Take jobs from blueprint through completed part - Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T - Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, speeds, feeds, and workholding - Perform machine setups and make necessary offsets and program adjustments - Complete first-piece, in-process, and final inspections - Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and other precision measuring equipment - Troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, and programming issues - Produce prototype and production parts while maintaining tight tolerances - Identify opportunities to improve cycle times, quality, and machining processes - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment - Work closely with engineering and production personnel to meet customer requirements and deadlines Requirements for CNC Mill Machinist / Programmer / Operator: - Minimum 5 years of CNC milling and programming experience - Strong experience programming with Mastercam - Hands-on experience setting up and operating HAAS CNC mills - Strong knowledge of G-Code - Ability to independently program, set up, and run parts from blueprint to completion - Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T - Proficient with micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and other inspection equipment - Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, speeds, feeds, and workholding - Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision - High school diploma or equivalent; technical or machining education is a plus - Machining aluminum, stainless steel, tool steel, and plastics preferred - Multi-axis CNC machining is a plus - Prototype and short-run production is a plus - Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement preferred What We Offer: - Health insurance - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Employee discounts - Tuition reimbursement - Stable, full-time employment - Modern equipment and clean shop environment - Opportunities for professional growth Please be prepared for our AI recruiter to ask these mandatory questions: - How many years of CNC milling experience do you have? - How many years of experience do you have programming CNC mills with Mastercam? - How many years of experience do you have setting up and operating HAAS CNC mills? - Can you independently take a job from blueprint to finished part, including programming, setup, tooling, machining, and inspection? - What types of materials and tolerances have you worked with? - Are you comfortable working Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM-3:30 PM in Lake Villa, IL? IND999 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |