Machinist Job at Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering, Alsip, IL

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  • Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Alsip, IL

Job Description

CNC Machinist – Precision Manufacturing | Confidential Client | Alsip & Orland Park, IL

Locations:

  • Alsip, IL – Day & Night Shift Openings

  • Orland Park, IL – Swiss Department (2nd Shift)

Employment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire

Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours (average 47.5-hour work week)

About the Opportunity

A leading precision manufacturer in the southwest suburbs of Chicago is growing and adding multiple CNC Machinists across its Milling, Turning, and Swiss departments.

This privately owned company has been a trusted name in high-precision CNC machining for over four decades, serving customers in medical, aerospace, and industrial markets. Known for its clean, climate-controlled facilities and commitment to quality craftsmanship, the company operates in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment—offering machinists variety, challenge, and the chance to build complex components every day.

Employees enjoy the stability of a family-owned business combined with the professionalism and resources of a modern manufacturer—featuring advanced Mazak and Mori Seiki equipment, a strong culture of teamwork, and genuine opportunities for advancement.

Open Positions & Pay Ranges

1st Shift CNC Lathe Machinist (Alsip, IL)

Schedule: 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday

Pay Range: $20–$35/hr

2nd Shift CNC Milling Machinist (Alsip, IL)

Schedule: 4:30 PM – 4:00 AM, Monday–Thursday

Pay Range: $20–$35/hr

2nd Shift CNC Turning Machinist (Alsip, IL)

Schedule: 4:30 PM – 4:00 AM, Monday–Thursday

Pay Range: $20–$35/hr

2nd Shift CNC Swiss Machinist (Orland Park, IL)

Schedule: 4:30 PM – 4:00 AM, Monday–Thursday

Pay Range: $20–$45/hr

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, or Swiss machines to produce precision parts to specification.

  • Perform tool changes, offsets, and minor G & M code edits.

  • Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T features (true position, profile, etc.).

  • Conduct in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

  • Collaborate with quality, programming, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and maintain efficiency.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation with a focus on precision and quality.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of CNC setup and operation experience (Lathe, Mill, or Swiss).

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements.

  • Proficiency with precision measuring tools and in-process inspection.

  • Experience with Mazak or Mori Seiki equipment preferred.

  • Strong understanding of tight tolerances and precision machining.

  • Comfortable working in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

  • Excellent mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What’s Offered

  • Competitive, experience-based pay with consistent overtime.

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).

  • Paid holidays and vacation time.

  • Clean, climate-controlled, and well-equipped facilities.

  • A supportive, family-oriented culture that values skill, craftsmanship, and teamwork.

  • Clear pathways for growth into setup, lead, or programming roles.

Next Steps

If you’re a skilled machinist seeking a stable and growing precision manufacturer where your craftsmanship and initiative are valued, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Apply today to learn more about this confidential client and the available opportunities in Alsip and Orland Park, IL.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
  • CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
  • CNC Swiss Lathe
  • CAM Software
  • CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
  • CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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