Apprentice machine Operator
Glendale Heights, IL
Sep 18, 2026
Full-time, Temporary to Hire, Monday-Friday 7:30 PM - 7pm
Are you looking to start or grow your career in CNC machining? We’re hiring an Apprentice Machine Operator in the Glendale Heights area! This is a great opportunity for someone with CNC experience who wants to develop their machining skills and build a long-term career with a company that values hard work, reliability, and quality.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with setting up and operating CNC screw machines according to company procedures and safety standards.
- Load and unload materials and parts from machinery.
- Monitor machine operation and production processes.
- Assist with troubleshooting machine issues and making minor adjustments.
- Perform quality inspections using calipers and micrometers.
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure parts meet specifications.
- Accurately record production information and report any quality or machine issues to the supervisor.
- Follow production schedules, quality requirements, and all safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- Previous CNC machining or machine operating experience.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints/technical drawings.
- Hands-on experience using calipers and micrometers for measurements.
- Good understanding of machining and manufacturing processes.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
- Willingness to learn and grow within the company.
Why Join Us?
This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with the potential for permanent placement and career advancement. If you’re dependable, mechanically inclined, and ready to build your skills in CNC machining, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!
Verstela Benefits
Eligible employees may have access to:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-Term Disability
- Term Life & AD&D
- Identity Theft Protection
- Prescription Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Apply Today!
If you have CNC experience, know how to use calipers and micrometers, and can read blueprints, we want to hear from you!
Glendale Heights, IL
$22/hour
Monday–Friday | 5:00 AM–3:30 PM
Temp-to-Hire | Advancement Opportunities
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Verstela is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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