CNC Machinist - Lathes (2nd Shift)

Job overview

The CNC Machinist - Lathes (2nd Shift) role is onsite in Rockford, IL. Compensation is $25–$32 per hour. Advanced Machine & Engineering is a Rockford-based company with more than 50 years of operation. The machinist programs, sets up, and operates CNC lathes to produce parts efficiently and within customer specifications. Inspection, maintenance, and continuous improvement work support quality and productive machining operations.

What you'll do

• Program CNC lathes using Mazatrol
• perform machine setups and operations
• optimize machining processes
• inspect parts for tolerance and customer requirements
• maintain cutting and inspection tools
• perform daily machine maintenance
• clean and deburr parts
• participate in quality control and continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cnc machinist

cnc lathe

2nd shift

mazatrol

machine setup

programming

quality inspection

rockford il

advanced machine & engineering

$25–$32/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid life insurance
• disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• education reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays, vacation, and PTO
• employee engagement activities.

Why this role

The posting specifies a 2nd shift opening and requires at least five years of job shop experience programming and setting up CNC lathes. Benefits include insurance, paid time off, retirement matching, and education reimbursement.

About the employer

Advanced Machine & Engineering Co. is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.