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LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions

CNC Set Up Operator

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What they do

A CNC Operator programs and operates a computer controlled lathe used to cut wood, plastic, metal with extreme precision.

$47,997 / year median in Illinois

+1% projected growth

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CNC Set Up Operator

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions


  • Addison, Illinois

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Updated 09/14/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

CNC Set Up Operator / Vertical Milling Center Operator

Addison, IL

Shift:

1st 6 AM

  • 2:30 PM
Overtime:

Currently working 6 AM

  • 4:30 PM Monday
  • Friday, 6 AM
  • 12 PM 2 Saturday's a month.
Pay:
B Level:

$24-35/hr

C Level:

$20-24/hr

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Health Benefits, FSA/HSA, Vacation, Personal Time, Holidays, 401K, ST/LT Disability, Life/AD&D Ins., Legal Ins., Identity Theft, Pet Ins., Auto & Home Ins., Commuter Benefits, Tuition Reimbursement, Discretionary Bonus Eligible

Set Up and Operate CNC Vertical Milling Centers according to job orders and specifications

Select and install tooling, fixtures, and upload program

Read and interpret blueprints

Perform first piece inspection and in process inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measuring equipment to confirm that parts meet specifications

Make adjustments to machinery as necessary, minor troubleshooting

Responsible for running up to two machines at a time. Can expect to perform 1-5 set ups per day depending on job orders

Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment

Must Haves:

CNC Set Up Operating experience with Vertical Milling Centers

Blueprint Reading

Quality Inspection using Micrometers, Calipers, and Gauges

Experience with Fanuc controls

Pluses:

Experience Setting Up and Operating Haas VMC's

Ability to edit programs

Experience with G and M Codes

Experience working with CNC machines with up to 5 axis

Machinery

Haas VF-2 Vertical Mills

Haas VF-5 Vertical Mills

DMG Mori

CMX 1100

Mills

Okuma Mills and Lathes

DMG Mori

NVX 5100, 7000

Mills

DT/BG:

5 Panel Drug Test (Medical Marijuana is not acceptable)

Standard 7 Year Background Check

Will need to be able to pass DT and Background check to qualify for employment at this time

Job Pay Details

Hourly Rate

$20

  • $35
    Based on experience.

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Benefits

  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance