# CNC Operator

> Laborup · Crystal Lake, United States · — · Posted 2026-09-08

**Salary:** USD 54,000–64,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

### **Overview**

Build your machining career with a growing manufacturer producing precision components for advanced industries, including the semiconductor market.

We’re looking for CNC Machinists who have a foundation in machining and want an opportunity to continue developing their skills. You’ll work primarily with CNC mills and lathes, including 3-axis mills and Haas equipment, while learning from experienced machinists in a well-equipped manufacturing environment.

We provide hands-on training and development to help motivated employees expand their skills, learn more advanced machining work, and take on greater responsibility over time.

### **Why Join Us**

-   **Build Your Skills:** Hands-on training and opportunities to progress into setups and more advanced machining.
-   **Modern CNC Equipment:** Work with CNC mills and lathes, including Haas machines and 3-axis machining centers.
-   **Growing Business:** Continued investment in equipment, people, and manufacturing capabilities.
-   **Overtime Opportunity:** Optional weekly overtime for employees looking to earn additional income.

**Compensation**

-   **$5k sign-on bonus** _(on 2nd shift)_
-   **$26 - $32 / hr** (including differential)
-   15% shift differential
-   Weekly overtime opportunities on Friday

**Shift**

-   **2nd shift**: Monday - Thursday (4x10s) \[priority\]
-   **1st shift:** Monday - Friday (5x8s)

**Responsibilities**

-   **CNC Machine Operation:** Operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision machined components.
-   **Production:** Load and unload parts, monitor machine cycles, and keep assigned equipment running efficiently.
-   **Blueprints & Work Instructions:** Follow prints, job travelers, and manufacturing instructions to complete assigned work.
-   **Quality Inspection:** Check finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
-   **Tool Changes & Adjustments:** Perform basic tooling changes and machine adjustments with support as needed.
-   **Machine Setups:** Assist with or perform setups based on experience level; independent setup experience is a plus but not required.
-   **Training & Development:** Participate in hands-on training to develop setup, machining, inspection, and broader manufacturing skills.

## Requirements

**Qualifications**

_Required_

-   Some previous CNC machining, machine operation, or relevant technical training
-   Basic understanding of manufacturing or machining processes
-   Ability to read basic blueprints or willingness to develop this skill
-   Familiarity with basic precision measuring tools
-   Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
-   Willingness to learn and take on increasingly advanced machining responsibilities
-   Ability to work safely and reliably in a manufacturing environment

_Preferred_

-   Experience operating CNC mills or lathes
-   Experience with Haas CNC equipment
-   Experience with 3-axis CNC mills
-   Basic machine setup experience
-   Experience using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
-   Technical school, machining program, apprenticeship, or related manufacturing education
-   Manual machining or other hands-on manufacturing experience

## Apply

[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/436D276DAF/apply)

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