Aerospace CNC Lathe Setup & Production Machinist

TekPro Engineering

  • Downers Grove, IL
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    Highlights

    If tight tolerances and clean, organized workspaces are your thing—and you want steady hours, consistent overtime, and regular raises—read on. Equipment: CNC Lathes (2–4 axis) — Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDowners Grove, IL

    Description

    Own the Turn. Shape What Flies.

    Join an industry-trusted aerospace manufacturer through TekPro on 2nd shift (3:00 - 1:30AM). If tight tolerances and clean, organized workspaces are your thing—and you want steady hours, consistent overtime, and regular raises—read on.

    Is This You?

    • Can you take a print with GD&T callouts and hit spec on the first article?
    • Do you adjust offsets and make minor program edits without breaking stride?
    • Are you comfortable running with minimal supervision on 2nd shift?

    What You’ll Tackle

    • Set up and run 2–4 axis CNC lathes for aerospace components
    • Read/interpret blueprints and GD&T to ensure conformance
    • Execute tool changes, offsets, and small program tweaks
    • Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges; log results
    • Troubleshoot chip control, surface finish, and dimensional issues to keep production moving

    Bring These Credentials

    • 2+ years of CNC lathe experience (setup and operation)
    • Blueprint fluency and strong GD&T understanding
    • History of holding tight tolerances in production environments
    • Comfort with Fanuc or equivalent controls
    • Ability to work independently on 2nd shift (3:00 - 1:30AM)

    Your Toolbox & Platform

    • Precision measurement & hand metrology
    • Aerospace manufacturing standards
    • Machine setups for production runs
    • Equipment: CNC Lathes (2–4 axis) — Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki

    Why You’ll Like It Here

    • Stable, high-demand workload with consistent overtime
    • Clean, organized shop with strong leadership
    • Built-in growth and consistent raises

    Ready to Run?

    If delivering precision on the lathe is your calling, this 2nd shift seat is yours to own.

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