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CNC Lathe Operator

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ADVANCED MACHINE & ENGINEERING CO

Rockford, IL (In Person)

$59,280 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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CNC Lathe Operator
ADVANCED MACHINE & ENGINEERING CO - 4.1
Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $25 - $32 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Inspection gauge Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Machine setup Equipment setup (production tasks) Blueprint specification interpretation Tooling Machining tool setup Forklift Shop math High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Bridge crane operation Precision measurement in machining CNC G-code Programming Computer skills Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description CNC Lathe Operator Advanced Machine & Engineering (AME) is located in the heart of Rockford, Illinois. Our 50+ year old company offers a unique work culture with excellent people. We invite you to visit our website at www.ame.com to learn more. We have Immediate full-time opening for experienced Mazak CNC Lathe Programmer / Set-up & Machine Operation Operator. The ideal candidates will need to perform all of their own set-ups, write their own programs in Mazatrol and have an excellent understanding of process, tooling, gauging and recognize risk areas of the parts being machined. We have a clean, modern, climate controlled & safe work environment. Ideal applicant education, skills and requirements include the following: Job Responsibilities Responsible for optimizing each machining process to produce the most efficient and productive process possible. Programming CNC lathe using Mazatrol. Perform set-ups. Perform all required inspection checks to ensure parts are in tolerance and meet customer requirements Responsible for using the correct inspection equipment and tools to perform quality checks. Responsible for maintaining and storing all cutting tools, inspection tools, and specialized machine cell equipment to required standards. Perform daily maintenance activities, such as checking fluids etc. Clean and deburr parts as required. Participates in QC/continuous improvement processes in support of increased efficiencies Education / Experience High School or Equivalent work experience within tool manufacturing co. 5-year minimum job shop experience programming & setting-up CNC Lathes machining equipment Strong math and measuring skills Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and interpret computer programs sent to machine centers Ability to operate large overhead crane and operate forklift Ability to lift 50 lbs. We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes the following: Medical, RX, Dental and Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Educational Reimbursement Program 401(K) Retirement Plan with company Match Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days & PTO Employee Engagement Activities.
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Full-time