CNC Milling/Turning Set-up/Operator 1st shift

Company: Ludlow Manufacturing
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description CNC Milling/Turning Setup / Operator – 1st Shift Waukegan/Gurnee area Monday–Thursday | 5:00AM - 3:30 PM (3-day weekends!) $18–$35/hr (based on experience) Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Ludlow uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility in the U.S. Join our team as a CNC Setup & Operator and take pride in producing high-quality precision parts. You’ll set up and run CNC Mills, Lathes, and Swiss Turning Centers while ensuring every part meets blueprint specifications and customer expectations. What You’ll Do Set up and operate CNC Mills, Lathes, and Swiss Turning Centers Read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, programs, and routers Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges Maintain quality assurance records and meet engineering specifications Keep equipment running efficiently and support continuous improvement Report daily production in ERP system What We’re Looking For Required: High school diploma or equivalent 5–10 years’ experience setting up/programming CNC milling & turning machines 3–5 years’ experience in machining Skilled with micrometers, calipers, and blueprint interpretation Preferred: Haas or Tsugami machine experience Why You’ll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our team. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance IRA with company match Life insurance, short- and long-term disability Legal, identity theft, and wellness programs Critical illness, hospital indemnity & accident insurance Paid time off, holiday pay, and floating holidays Powered by JazzHR RKnnp6ybqb

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