Machining Supervisor

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Machine Shop Supervisor – Confidential OEM

Location: Itasca, IL (West Suburbs)

Shift: 2nd Shift | 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM + Overtime, also potential for 1st shift opening

Pay: $30–$40/hr + $3/hr shift differential

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months)

About the Opportunity

This is a confidential opportunity with a well-established OEM manufacturer that designs and builds custom industrial machinery and equipment used in data centers and other critical infrastructure applications.

The company is experiencing significant growth, has a strong backlog of orders, and is expanding operations by launching a new second shift. This role offers consistent overtime, exposure to complex custom builds, and long-term stability with a manufacturer that has been operating successfully for over a century.

All hires will train on 1st shift initially before transitioning to 2nd shift once the team is fully staffed.

Open Positions

• CNC Machinists (Mills and/or Lathes)
• Machine Shop Supervisor (extensive Mazak experience - does not need prior supervision experience)

Candidates may be considered for either role based on experience.

CNC Machinist Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and edit programs on CNC Mills and/or Lathes
• Work with high-mix, low-volume custom parts
• Edit and modify G-code or mazatrol (full programming is a plus)
• Upload and download programs via CNC software systems
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Verify parts meet tolerance and surface finish requirements
• Recommend process and efficiency improvements
• Perform routine preventative maintenance

CNC Machinist Requirements

• 2–5+ years of CNC machining experience
• Strong setup and G-code editing capability
• Experience in OEM, custom machinery, or job shop environments
• Ability to work overtime as production demands

Additional Details

• Shift Differential: $3/hr
• Overtime: Up to ~20 hrs/week
• Start Date: ASAP
• Requirements: Drug test and background check required
• Education: High School Diploma or GED