Machinist Job Responsibilities Include • Operate traditional manual milling machine, lathe, saws, and using hand tools • Operate CNC Lathes and Mills • Constantly inspect work-in-progress • Multi-task through various jobs and priorities • Interpret engineering drawings • Machinist follows instructions set for the by machine shop lead man. Machinist Required Education and Experience • Minimum five (5) years of operating a manual milling machine, lathe, saws, and using hand tools. • Interpret engineering drawings. • Possess solid math skills, including 3D space geometry • Verifiable CNC Training • Minimum 2 years CNC on the job machining experience • Willing to attend CNC classes during personal time • Bilingual – English and Spanish helpful • Must be able to stand for long periods of time; some sitting and bending Excellent salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with company match, paid holidays, your birthday, PTO and sick and vacation! Heat and Control is an EOE/AA employer committed to workforce diversity. attach your resume in an email with the job title in the subject line to employment@heatandcontrol.com
See More Details >>About the position The CNC Set-Up Machinist position at a rapidly growing manufacturing company in Galesburg, Illinois, involves setting up and operating CNC machinery to produce precision parts. The role requires reading blueprints, loading materials, and ensuring that the machinery operates within specified tolerances. The company, with over 75 years of experience, offers competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, aiming to hire quickly. Responsibilities • Reads and interprets blueprints and work order routings. , • Properly load and unload material and fixturing into CNC machinery. , • Uses gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements. , • Understands, interprets, and edits G-code programming. , • Recognizes, deploys, and properly uses inserts, fixtures, and tooling. , • Understands and has the ability to perform tool wear offsets. , • Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC machinery. Requirements • A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a CNC Set-Up Machinist required. , • Experience with Fanuc & Heidenhain Controls preferred. , • Heavy manufacturing experience preferred. Nice-to-haves Benefits • Competitive compensation , • Outstanding benefits
See More Details >>Foundry Machine Operator Foundry Machine Operators are responsible for operating hand-controlled mechanisms to pour and regulate the flow of molten metal into molds to produce castings or ingots. Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Description: • Set up, operate, or tend metal, casting. • Pour and regulate the flow of molten metal into molds and forms to produce castings, using ladles or hand-controlled mechanisms. • Read temperature gauges and observe color changes, adjusting furnace flames, torches, or electrical heating units as necessary to melt metal to specifications. • Observe continuous operation of automatic machines to ensure that products meet specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary. • Remove finished or cured products from dies or molds, using hand tools, air hoses, and other equipment, stamping identifying information on products when necessary. • Examine molds to ensure they are clean, smooth, and properly coated. Experience And Education • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping. • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 12 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • No weekends Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Galesburg, IL, often begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships last about four to five years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Galesburg, IL, machinists can expect to earn a competitive wage, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, technical colleges, and industry programs offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career in the machining trade.
