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QPS Employment Group

Skilled - CNC Lathe Programmer

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A CNC Programmer programs computer-controlled equipment used to cut wood, plastic, or metal according to precise measurements, or equipment used for different manufacturing processes.

$62,929 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Position Title:
CNC Lathe Machinist/Programmer Wage:
$23.00
  • 31.
00/hour
Shift:
1st
Hours:
7:00am
  • 3:30pm (Monday
  • Friday) QPS Employment Group is hiring a CNC Lathe Machinist/Programmer for a company in Rockford, IL. This is a direct hire opportunity on 1st shift. CNC Lathe Machinist/Programmer Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Verify that all products produced meet customer specifications and is in accordance with company quality standards
  • Perform advanced set-up and operation of CNC lathes, including Haas and Daewoo machines
  • Program from print, edit programs at the control, and select proper tooling and workholding
  • Set up and run live-tooling and Y-axis lathe work, including drilling, milling, tapping, and related operations
  • Read blueprints, use gages, verify dimensions, and ensure parts meet customer and company quality standards
  • Work independently as a self-starter to keep machines running, troubleshoot issues, and maintain production flow
  • Provide assistance to co-workers as needed, in the spirit of teamwork, with the goal of meeting or exceeding customer requirements
  • All other duties as assigned by a supervisor
CNC Lathe Machinist/Programmer Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of CNC lathe set-up and operating experience
  • Must have experience with live tooling, Y-axis lathes, and programming from print
  • Haas and Daewoo experience strongly preferred
  • Must be able to work independently and keep machines running with limited supervision QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States.
We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS?
  • Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
  • Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers!
We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.