Turning Machinist (2nd Shfit)
- LocationAlsip, IL, US
- Work typeOn-site
- Salary20 to 40 USD an hour
- Posted3 November 2026
- SourceDonson Machine Co's careers page (Paylocity)
Live checkFirst seen 5 days ago; still listed on Donson Machine Co's careers page 14 h ago.
At a glance
- Experience3+ years
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About the role
Job Overview A CNC turning machinist at Donson works in our lathe departments, which include dual-spindle lathes with live tooling and 5-axis machine centers with a turning turret. A Donson machinist is provided with a machine, program, and preset cart of supplies, and will use those tools to set up his or her machine. They will then be expected to run production on that machine, inspecting parts to ensure critical dimensions are being held consistently.
Machinists will be expected to progress and hit pre-determined efficiency standards for each specific part. A CNC turning machinist at Donson can expect a fast-paced environment with a high mix of medical parts being run on their machines.
Donson Machine is a family-owned medical device manufacturer focused on providing employees a safe place to enjoy their workday, build technical and personal skills, all while creating a better life for them and their families. With the help of these amazing team members, we set the standard in the medical industry in terms of quality, service, and creativity.
Check out more about our company at www.donsonmachine.com
Shift Day Shift (8:00AM – 4:30PM, Mon - Fri) *With opportunity for overtime
Location Alsip, IL
Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements · 3+ years of CNC lathe setup or operation experience · Ability to read and comprehend blueprints (including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface) · Ability to manipulate G-Code programs, change work offsets, and adjust tool offsets · Ability to change, touch-off, and indicate tools for CNC lathes · Ability to lift up to 50 lbs · Ability to stand and walk up to 90% of the day · Ability to bend, twist, turn, and reach up to 100% of the day · Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils and solvents · Be punctual and maintain an excellent attendance record
Responsibilities · Have a fantastic attitude and show a willingness to learn · Follow department specific procedures when setting up and operating lathes, as well as inspecting parts · Hit pre-determined efficiency goals when setting up or operating lathes · Be creative · Continuously strive to help improve processes · Other duties as assigned
Benefits · 401K · Paid Holidays · Paid Vacation · Opportunity for Flexible Schedule · Night Shift Premium · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · Life Insurance
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