CNC Lathe/Mill Set-Up Person Job at Midwest Employment Group & Advisors, Rockford, IL

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  • Midwest Employment Group & Advisors
  • Rockford, IL

Job Description

CNC Set-Up Operator – Custom Machine Shop
Location: Rockford, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire or Temp-to-Hire

About the Company:
Join a close-knit, highly skilled team in a custom machine shop that specializes in short-run jobs (50–100 units) and precision machining for government and industrial clients. The shop is small but mighty, with a strong reputation for quality and versatility. Team members are expected to be adaptable, collaborative, and committed to doing what it takes to get the job done.

Responsibilities :
Set up 2–3 CNC jobs per day (Fanuc controls required, Prototrak helpful)
Write and edit G-code programs for custom parts
Plan materials, tools, and machine usage
Perform first article inspections and document FPQP/PPAP Level 3
Operate CNC and manual mills, lathes, and band saws
Assist with general shop tasks (coolant, cleaning, packaging)
Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications:
3+ years CNC machining experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, and gauges
Own machinist tools
Ability to lift/push 35 lbs
Strong work ethic and willingness to support the team in any capacity
U.S. citizenship and clean background (required for government contracts)

Bonus Skills (Not Required):
AutoCAD or CAM experience
Manual machining versatility
Leadership potential for future supervisor roles

Not a Fit If You Are:
Seeking temporary work
Ineligible to work on government contracts
Not aligned with a team-first, no-ego culture


Pre-Employment Requirements:
Physical exam (lift test, audiometric, vision screening)
Drug test
Background check

Benefits:
Medical/Health Insurance – Partially Paid by Company
Health Savings Account – With Company Match
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance – $10,000 Paid by Company
Holiday Pay
Vacation/Sick Time (PTO)
401(k) – Matching up to 6%, with Loan Options
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Personal Tool Purchase Discount – With Extended Payback
Optional Insurance – Long-Term, Short-Term, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Why Work Here:
This shop is ready to invest in the right person. You’ll work alongside experienced machinists, gain exposure to custom projects, and have opportunities for growth—including trade school sponsorship and certification bonuses. If you’re dependable, curious, and ready to contribute, this is a place where your skills will be valued and developed, and you will be taken care of.
Apply today to join a team where craftsmanship meets opportunity.

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Second job, Monday to Friday,

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