CNC PROCESS ENGINEER I. Primary Function Plan, design, develop CNC manufacturing process for current and future components production as well as production of tooling. II. Major Duties and Responsibilities: · Designs pro…
Skilled Trades · Chicago, IL
Machinist jobs in Chicago, IL
Machinists set up and run manual and CNC machines, turning prints and CAD models into precision metal parts held to tolerances of a thousandth of an inch.
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$20–$44/hr
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$60k
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Professional Summary ~ Detail-oriented CNC Machinist with 5+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs) to machine large, heavy, and precision components. Skilled in interpreting blue…
Professional Summary ~ Detail-oriented CNC Machinist with 5+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC Bridge Mills/Gantry Mills to machine large weldments, structural fabrications, and precision components. Profi…
$19 - $22 per hour
As a member of the Chicago location of Wabtec, you will be responsible for machining of quality products. This is an entry level machinist position for those that are enrolled in or have completed machining coursework at…
$17 - $22 per hour
What are we looking for At Stone Systems ( we are looking for a CNC Machine Operator for our Shop located in Mundelein, IL , who will have the opportunity to work in a multinational environment, in full expansion, surrou…
$25 - $30 per hour
Focused on the electrical and network infrastructure markets, NSI continues to outpace the industry with unprecedented growth. We are all about "Making Connections" and we know our future success depends on the collectiv…
$51.5k - $61.67k
Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description This role focuses on setting up and operating CNC turning and milling machines in a cell-based manufacturing environment. You will perform precision machining operations on lathes…
CNC Operator – Chicago, IL Location: Chicago, IL | Full-Time | On-Site Join a team where your skills directly impact the production of high-precision components used in critical industries like medical, aerospace, and ad…
$35 - $40 per hour
CNC Machinist - Large Part Machining FANUC Controls | Horizontal Lathes & Mills | Aerospace, Defense, Energy If you're an experienced CNC machinist who enjoys working on large, complex components - not small repetitive p…
$22 - $32 per hour
We're hiring a 2nd Shift CNC Operator who cares about the work and wants to be part of a shop that values craftsmanship, consistency, and doing things the right way. You won't just push buttons - you'll be trusted to run…
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What machinists earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $20–$26 | $41k–$54k |
| Journeyman | $25–$33 | $52k–$69k |
| Master / Lead | $31–$44 | $65k–$92k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
CNC setup and operationG-code and CAM softwareBlueprint and GD&T readingMicrometers and calipersManual lathe and mill workTooling and speeds/feedsQuality inspectionShop math and trigonometry
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through setting up a CNC mill for a new part.
Cover reviewing the print, workholding, tool setup and offsets, proving the program, and first-article inspection. Sequence and care are what they listen for.
How comfortable are you reading GD&T on a print?
Be honest about your level and give an example, like holding a true-position callout. If you are stronger on limit dimensions, say so.
A part starts drifting out of tolerance mid-run. What do you check?
Name the suspects in order: tool wear, thermal growth, workholding, and offsets. Show you adjust based on measurement, not guesswork.
What is your experience writing or editing G-code?
Distinguish between editing programs at the control and programming in CAM. Name the controls and software, such as Fanuc, Haas, or Mastercam.
What is the tightest tolerance you regularly hold, and on what material?
Give a real number with context. Holding a few tenths on stainless says more than any adjective.
How do you document your setups for repeat jobs?
Describe setup sheets, tool lists, and photos so the next run starts fast. Shops value machinists who make jobs repeatable.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For machinists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the tightest tolerances you hold routinely and the materials you cut.
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Name your controls and CAM software: Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Mastercam, or Fusion 360.
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Distinguish operator, setup, and programming experience; each pays differently.
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List NIMS credentials or a completed machinist apprenticeship if you have them.
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Mention inspection skills and equipment, from micrometers to CMM experience.
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Include industry context such as aerospace, medical, or job-shop work, since tolerance culture differs.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Machine Operator
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Machinist
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CNC Programmer
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Tool and Die Maker or Shop Lead
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