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CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

locationWheeling, IL, USA
PublishedPublished: 1/30/2026
CNC Machinist
Full Time
1 - 2 years of experience
26-30 / hour

🔎 At a Glance

Company: Viant Medical
Location: Wheeling, IL (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $25.00 – $35.00/hour (based on experience)
Shift: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift
Shift Differential: 2nd & 3rd Shift - 10%
Machine Experience: Swiss, mill, or lathe
Experience Level: Entry–Mid (2+ years CNC machining)

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support ongoing production demand and growth at Viant Medical’s Wheeling, IL facility. CNC Machinists play a critical role in producing high-precision medical device components, where consistency, accuracy, and quality directly impact patient outcomes.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

  • Set up, operate, and adjust CNC milles, lathes, or swiss machines for precision production
  • Load parts, monitor cycles, and make offset adjustments as needed
  • Inspect parts using blueprints, gauges, and precision measuring tools
  • Hold tight tolerances required for medical device manufacturing
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and correct problems to maintain quality
  • Deburr, buff, and finish parts to print specifications
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned machines
  • Follow safety, quality, and lean manufacturing standards

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Machines, Controls & Inspection

You’ll work with CNC equipment and inspection tools such as:

  • Machines:
    • Star and Citizen CNC Swiss Machines
    • Multi-axis CNC mills and lathes
  • Controls: Fanuc / Haas-style controls (typical)
  • Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, gauges, blueprint & GD&T interpretation

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Materials You’ll Work With

  • Medical-grade metals and components
  • Small, tight-tolerance precision parts

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • 2+ years of CNC machining experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read blueprints and work to close tolerances
  • Experience inspecting parts and maintaining dimensional accuracy
  • Reliable, safety-minded, and team-oriented

Preferred (Not Required):

  • Experience in medical device manufacturing
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices
  • Experience with both CNC mills and lathes

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Viant Medical because of:

  • Clean, climate-controlled, and well-organized shop environment
  • Stable schedules with consistent hours
  • Day-one benefits and attendance bonuses
  • Opportunities to grow within a global medical device company
  • Work that directly supports life-saving and life-enhancing products

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: $25.00 – $25.00/hour (DOE)
Shift Premium: +10% for 2nd shift or 3rd shift

Benefits (Day 1 Eligibility):

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life & disability coverage
  • 3.5 weeks PTO (prorated)
  • Perfect Attendance Bonus – up to $800 annually
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

Schedule:

  • 1st Shift: 6 am - 2 pm Monday - Friday
  • 2nd Shift: 2 pm - 10 pm Monday - Friday
  • 3rd Shift: 10 pm - 6 am Monday - Saturday
  • Overtime as needed

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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Years of experience

  • 1 - 2 years of experience

Salary range

  • 26-30 / hour

CNC Controls Experience

  • Fanuc