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NSI Industries (electrical and network infrastructure markets) is hiring a full-time, 1st shift CNC Operator/Programmer in Norridge, IL to program, set up, run, and maintain CNC equipment supporting tool room projects. You’ll own CNC programming (Cimatron/Mastercam), machining best practices, tooling decisions, and day-to-day machine operation. Standout perk: benefits package including health coverage and a retirement plan with company match, plus paid holidays/vacation.
Salary not listed — comparable CNC Operator/Programmer roles in the Norridge/Chicago area typically pay about $28–$40/hour (roughly $58k–$83k/year), depending on programming depth and tooling responsibility.
You'll thrive here if you enjoy owning end-to-end CNC programming and shop-floor execution, collaborating with a tool room team, and continuously improving machining methods and standards.
Why apply
1st shift, Monday to Friday
Health, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Focused on the electrical and network infrastructure markets, NSI continues to outpace the industry with unprecedented growth. We are all about "Making Connections" and we know our future success depends on the collective talents and experiences of our people and their ability to come together for our customers and communities. We are looking for a CNC Operator/Programmer to join the team at our Norridge, IL location. Please note, this is a full-time, 1st shift position (7am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday).
Accountable for programming, operation, and maintenance of CNC machine.
Conduct planning sessions with tool room staff to decide on project CNC machining and EDM requirements
Suggest best practices and most efficient machining solutions during planning sessions, and during the tool build as better methods are recognized
Program cutter paths using Cimatron and MasterCam Software
Develop written CNC programing and machining best practices/rules
If post processor is not performing efficiently or correctly, consult with machine manufacturer and software
Program steel and electrodes per discussed and agreed upon project requirements
Perform indicated CNC machine setups
Oversee all aspects of CNC machine operation
Oversee CNC cutter inventory and notify Tool Room Manager when replacement tooling is needed
Research and suggest cutter and tooling options to improve CNC equipment efficiency
Arrange for outside servicing of CNC machine if needed
Perform maintenance of CNC machine
Document CNC area best practices to be shared, used, and taught to the tool room team
Create check sizes to verify each cutter change in all axis affected by the cutter
When finish machining cavity and shut-off detail on multi-cavity tools, cut and verify sizes on one cavity before proceeding to finish all the cavities
CNC knowledge
Programming knowledge
Benefits
NSI Industries offers a competitive salary, performance-based and attendance bonuses for certain roles. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plan with company match. Paid holiday time off and vacation.
EEO employer M/F/D/V:
NSI Industries is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice its commitment to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, eligible veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
NSI Industries is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact your Recruiter for assistance. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities.
Many roles at NSI Industries require physical activities where the employee must occasionally lift and/or move items or require specific vision abilities.
Drug Free Workplace:
NSI Industries maintains a drug-free workplace and requires all employees to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
