CNC Machinist – 1st or 2nd Shift

Job overview

The CNC Machinist – 1st or 2nd Shift role is onsite in Skokie, IL, with pay of $28–$34 per hour; second shift includes a $2 per hour differential, and highly qualified machinists may earn up to $37 per hour. Sterling Engineering is hiring for a well-established precision manufacturing company. The machinist sets up and operates CNC equipment to produce precision components, verifies quality, and adjusts processes to meet production standards. The work supports manufacturing output and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

What you'll do

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers
• perform tool changes and production adjustments
• operate multi-axis equipment
• interpret blueprints and work instructions
• inspect parts with precision measuring instruments
• make offsets as needed
• perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot machining issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

cnc machinist

1st shift 6:00 am–2:30 pm

2nd shift 2:30 pm–11:00 pm

multi-axis cnc

machine setup

blueprint reading

precision measurement

skokie il

sterling engineering

$28–$34 per hour

second-shift differential

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package
• second-shift differential of $2 per hour
• premium pay opportunities for highly skilled machinists.

Why this role

Multiple openings; first shift is 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and second shift is 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; requires 2–5+ years of CNC experience and complete setup and multi-axis experience.

About the employer

Sterling Engineering Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.