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We have a clean, modern, climate controlled & safe work environment.\nIdeal applicant education, skills and requirements include the following:\nJob Responsibilities\nResponsible for optimizing each machining process to produce the most efficient and productive process possible.\nProgramming CNC lathe using Mazatrol.\nPerform set-ups.\nPerform all required inspection checks to ensure parts are in tolerance and meet customer requirements\nResponsible for using the correct inspection equipment and tools to perform quality checks.\nResponsible for maintaining and storing all cutting tools, inspection tools, and specialized machine cell equipment to required standards.\nPerform daily maintenance activities, such as checking fluids etc.\nClean and deburr parts as required.\nParticipates in QC/continuous improvement processes in support of increased efficiencies\nEducation / Experience\nHigh School or Equivalent work experience within tool manufacturing co.\n5-year minimum job shop experience programming & setting-up CNC Lathes machining equipment\nStrong math and measuring skills\nAbility to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and interpret computer programs sent to machine centers\nAbility to operate large overhead crane and operate forklift\nAbility to lift 50 lbs.\nWe offer an outstanding benefit package which includes the following:\nMedical, RX, Dental and Vision Insurance\nCompany-paid Life Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nFSA / Flexible Spending Accounts\nEducational Reimbursement Program\n401(K) Retirement Plan with company Match and Profit Sharing\nPaid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days\nEmployee Engagement Activities.\nJob Type: Full-time","company":"Advancedmachine","rawCompany":"advancedmachine","city":"Bloomington","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:39:51.224Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9161.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-operators"},{"code":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"},{"code":"51-4034.00","title":"Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"lathe-and-turning-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"332721","title":"Precision Turned Product Manufacturing","slug":"precision-turned-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CNC Lathe Operator","description":"CNC Lathe Operator\nAdvanced Machine & Engineering (AME) is located in the heart of Rockford, Illinois. 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