
CNC Programmer / Machinist
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Full Time
31-35 / hour
💻 Now Hiring: CNC Programmer / Machinist
📍 Location: Melrose Park, IL
🕒 Shift: Day Shift (5:00 AM or 6:00 AM start) | Full-Time
💵 Pay: Negotiable, Based on Experience
📈 Hours: 50–55 hrs/week during peak seasons
Do you live in Mastercam? Thrive on 5-axis complexity?
We’re looking for a CNC Programmer/Machinist to join a growing team in a clean, well-equipped shop. If you want to program and then see your work hit the floor — this is the role for you.
🧠 What You’ll Be Doing:
- Program CNC mills using Mastercam for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining
- Handle short-run production — 60% of your time will be on the machine
- Collaborate with skilled machinists and production staff
- Occasionally support lathe programming and setup (optional)
🛠 Machines You’ll Work On:
- Haas VF5 with 3+2 trunnion (some simultaneous 5-axis work involved)
- Mazak CNC lathes with Mazatrol controls
- Live tooling, tailstock, and steady rest setups for long-part machining
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- Strong Mastercam programming experience (required)
- Knowledge of machining strategy and setup
- Experience with Mazatrol is a major bonus
- Able to work independently, problem-solve, and maintain high standards
📅 Schedule:
- Day Shift: 5:00 AM or 6:00 AM start
- Night shift options may be available
- OT expected during spring/fall (up to 55 hours/week)
🎁 Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO + Tuition / School Reimbursement
- Growth potential in a multi-plant operation
📩 Apply now to join a respected manufacturing team where your programming skills will shine — and your work gets built.
Salary range
- 31-35 / hour
CAM Software Experience
- Mastercam
CNC Controls Experience
- Haas
- Mazak
Machine Type Programming Experience
- 3 Axis Milling / Router
- 4/5 Axis Milling / Router
- Lathe