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CNC MILL PROGRAM, SETUP, OPERATOR / DEPARTMENT LEAD

425 Manufacturing, Inc.
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2025

Company Overview

425 Manufacturing, established in June 2015, is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket parts for the mining and blast hole drill industry. Based in Northern Illinois, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and community engagement, having achieved ISO9001:2015 certification and actively participating in local educational initiatives.

Now Hiring: CNC Mill Programmer / Department Lead

We’re looking for a hands-on CNC Mill Programmer / Department Lead to join our growing team. This is a key role for a skilled individual who can not only program, set up, and run machines—but also lead and mentor a small team of experienced setup programmers.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Programming, setting up, and operating CNC Vertical and Horizontal Mills
  • Leading and mentoring a team of 3 setup/programmers
  • Ensuring production efficiency, quality, and consistency
  • Troubleshooting and optimizing machining processes
  • Collaborating with other departments to meet production goals Software & CAD:
  • All prints are drawn in SolidWorks
  • Programming is done in Fusion 360

Equipment You’ll Work With:

We run 10 Haas Vertical Mills and 2 Haas Horizontal Mills, including:

  • Haas TM-1P
  • Haas VF-1, VF-2, VF-3, VF-4
  • Haas ECM-500
  • Haas ECM-1500

We also operate a Mitsubishi MV1200S EDM with the MD Pro III Package

What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum 5 years of CNC mill programming experience required
  • Proficient in Fusion 360 (or similar CAM software)
  • Strong setup and troubleshooting experience
  • Proven leadership or mentoring experience
  • Attention to detail and high-quality standards
  • CNC Lathe programming experience is a plus, but not required
  • EDM programming experience is a plus, especially with Mitsubishi MV1200S

Bonus Points:

  • Experience with complex setups and multi-op parts
  • Comfortable with lean manufacturing principles
  • Passion for continuous improvement

Pay & Benefits:

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Health, Dental
  • PTO, paid holidays, paid birthday
  • Modern, well light extremely clean shop
  • Team-focused culture with opportunities to grow

If you're a high-level mill programmer with at least 5 years of experience who thrives in a leadership role, we want to talk to you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

  • Rockford, IL 61108 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Rockford, IL 61108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000

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