💼 Full-Time Position

CNC Lathe Setup Operator

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
📍 Wood Dale, Illinois, United States
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Location
Wood Dale, United States
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Posted
June 07, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Title: CNC Lathe Set Up Operator
Location: Wood Dale, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift: $27-$32/hr. 
Must have Skill Set: CNC Lathe Setup, Blueprint Reading, Precision Measurement Tools (Micrometers/Calipers).

This role is situated within a growing, high-precision manufacturing environment in Wood Dale. The CNC Lathe Setup Operator is a critical technical position responsible for the end-to-end preparation and execution of machining projects.

Job Duties
  • Perform full setups on CNC lathes, including the installation and adjustment of tooling, fixturing, and workholding components.
  • Load raw materials and verify precise part alignment prior to machining cycles.
  • Read and interpret complex blueprints, technical drawings, and job travelers to determine sequenc...