CNC Milling Machine Operator

Job DetailsJob Location: SMF Minonk - Minonk, IL 61760Salary Range: $23.00 - $35.44 HourlyJob Category: Manufacturing💼 Start Your Career with SMF – Where Precision Meets Purpose!

At SMF Inc., an Etnyre International Company, we’re not just offering jobs—we’re building long-term careers. With over 50 years of success in metal manufacturing, we proudly serve the construction, agriculture, power generation, and mining industries as a trusted Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs.

We are currently looking for experienced and motivated CNC Machine Operator to join our 3rd shift team. If you're passionate about safety, precision, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

🎁 Total Rewards You’ll Love:


💸 Annual Bonus Program for All Employees
📈 Annual Wage Increases
⏱️ Shift Premium: $2.50/hour for 2nd Shift or 3rd shift
🎉 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Break Days
🌴 Generous PTO (Vacation & Flex Time)
🏥 Affordable Health Insurance (PPO & HSA Options)
😁 Low/No-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage
🛡️ Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Coverage Options
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Company-Paid Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
💰 401(k) with Company Match + Annual Profit Sharing



🔧 Now Hiring: CNC Machine Center Operator for 3rd shift

📍 Location: Minonk, IL
💰 Pay Range:


CNC Machine Operator A: $25.75 - $34.57
CNC Machine Operator B: $23.50 - $30.96
CNC Machine Operator C: $22.50 - $28.45
💵 $2.50/hr Shift Premium
🎯 Classification based on experience and skills test performance



🔧 🔹 What You’ll Do:


Set up and operate CNC Milling Machine Centers to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling, etc.
Understands specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, etc.
Translates instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function
Prepares and loads raw materials and parts onto the machines
Prepares a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
Sets machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large number of parts
Supervises the machines while they execute the tasks and makes any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
Inspects and measures finished products and compares them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
Checks and maintains machinery daily to ensure functionality

Qualifications🔹 What We’re Looking For:


Ability to read gauges and tape measures
Ability to operate overhead cranes
Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
Professional Certification is a plus
Proven experience as CNC Milling Machine Center Operator (preferred)
Skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools
Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
Mechanical aptitude and good math skills
A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
Good communication abilities


 

🌟 Why Join SMF?

SMF offers a collaborative, growth-driven culture where your voice is heard and your work is valued. With over 200,000 sq. ft. of production space, we provide unmatched opportunities to advance your career in fabrication, machining, and manufacturing operations. Our team is proud to be ranked in the top 0.5% of machine shops nationwide, and we’re just getting started.


🎯 Ready to take the next step in your machine operator career?
Join a team where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your future is bright.

👉 Apply now and start building your future with SMF!