Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join a stable manufacturer building custom food packaging equipment in a modern machine shop environment.

CV-Tek is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to join our manufacturing team in Elgin, Illinois.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both setting up and running CNC lathes in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Unlike many production shops, our work involves a wide variety of parts and equipment, providing opportunities to use your machining skills and problem-solving abilities every day.

If you're looking for a clean shop, modern equipment, interesting work, and a company with a strong culture of quality and teamwork, we'd like to hear from you.

Schedule

1st Shift

7:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Overtime available

No weekend work currently

What You'll Do

Set up and operate CNC lathes

Run production jobs and monitor machine performance

Make tooling and offset adjustments as needed

Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions

Inspect parts to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances

Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, gauges, and comparators

Troubleshoot machining issues and identify process improvements

Work closely with engineering and manufacturing personnel

Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area

Complete required production documentation

Work overtime as needed

Why Join CV-Tek?

Modern CNC equipment

High-mix, low-volume manufacturing

Interesting custom equipment projects

Stable and growing manufacturer

Team-oriented culture

Overtime available

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Three weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Three Weeks PTO

Requirements

Required:

3-5 years of CNC lathe setup experience

Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes

Experience with Fanuc controls

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to use precision measuring equipment

Strong math and computer skills

Strong attention to detail

Commitment to quality and safety

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred:

Experience machining stainless steel and non-ferrous materials

Experience with live tooling, tailstocks, and sub-spindle transfers

Multi-turret lathe experience

CNC programming or program-editing experience

CAD/CAM, Fusion 360, or FeatureCAM experience

Understanding of CNC milling processes

Salary Description

$24-32/hour

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