CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe

Role summary

CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe is a role at Purple Cow Recruiting in Libertyville, Illinois, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-10. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe

Company

Purple Cow Recruiting

Location

Libertyville, Illinois, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Trades & Construction

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-10

Job description

Description

CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe | Libertyville, IL

Full-Time | On-Site | CNC Machining / Manufacturing

Monday–Friday | 4:00 PM–12:30 AM

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN

Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing

Call or Text: 272-230-3157

LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn

Prefer a quick conversation? Call or text Elizabeth directly.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist II – Vertical Lathe for a full-time opportunity in Libertyville, Illinois. This role specifically requires hands-on CNC Vertical Lathe / VTL experience and is intended for an experienced machinist capable of setup, operation, program editing, blueprint interpretation, dimensional inspection, and independent production work.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The CNC Machinist II supports production by setting up and operating CNC equipment, maintaining accurate job and production data, interpreting work orders and part drawings, completing dimensional inspections, and ensuring finished components meet established quality standards.

This position requires significant experience with Vertical Turning Lathes / Vertical CNC Lathes . General CNC machining experience without direct vertical-lathe experience does not meet the core requirement for this opening.

SCHEDULE

• Monday–Friday

• 4:00 PM–12:30 AM

• Full-Time

• Fully On-Site in Libertyville, Illinois

• Safety-Sensitive Position

CNC VERTICAL LATHE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate CNC vertical lathes / vertical turning equipment

• Produce components according to work orders, drawings, and specifications

• Edit and write CNC programs as required

• Upload and download CNC programs between programmer and machine

• Verify CNC program output before and during production

• Load and verify cutting tools

• Load and verify fixtures

• Fabricate basic fixtures when necessary

• Align fixtures accurately

• Locate fixture centers

• Establish accurate machining setups

• Run production parts while maintaining quality and productivity

• Make appropriate in-process adjustments

BLUEPRINTS & INSPECTION

• Interpret work orders, flow sheets, and part drawings

• Read and understand blueprint dimensions and tolerances

• Inspect components using manual gauges

• Complete in-process inspections

• Submit first-article inspections to Quality Assurance

• Submit final inspections to Quality Assurance

• Verify completed parts meet blueprint and quality requirements

• Maintain accurate inspection information throughout production

TOOLS, FIXTURES & MATERIALS

• Select and verify the appropriate tools and fixtures for each job

• Align workholding and fixtures accurately

• Fabricate basic fixtures when required

• Pull and verify correct materials from the staging area according to established workflows

• Maintain accurate setup and material information

CNC PROGRAMMING

Candidates must have practical CNC programming experience rather than machine-operation experience alone. Relevant responsibilities may include:

• Editing CNC Programs

• Writing CNC Programs

• G-Code Editing

• Uploading Programs to Machines

• Downloading Programs

• Program Verification

• In-Process Program Adjustments

• Program-Based Machine Setup

ERP & PRODUCTION DOCUMENTATION

• Log job information using ERP software

• Record production time and job data

• Maintain accurate production records

• Follow material and production workflows within the ERP system

• Communicate with supervision regarding job progress and completion

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE & 5S

• Perform daily machine preventive maintenance

• Perform monthly machine preventive maintenance

• Maintain equipment according to established procedures

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• Follow 5S principles

• Support production efficiency and reduced equipment downtime

QUALITY & SAFETY

• Follow all established safety requirements

• Follow applicable Quality System requirements

• Maintain accurate inspection practices

• Support consistent product quality

• Maintain an organized and safe machining environment

• Follow all requirements applicable to a safety-sensitive manufacturing position

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate has at least five years of CNC machining experience with substantial direct experience operating and setting up Vertical CNC Lathes / VTLs . Strong candidates will also demonstrate CNC programming and editing capability, blueprint-reading skills, manual inspection experience, basic ERP proficiency, machining mathematics, and the ability to independently complete precision machining work.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 Years of CNC Machining Experience REQUIRED

• Direct CNC Vertical Lathe / Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) Experience REQUIRED

• Hands-On Vertical Lathe Machine Setup Experience REQUIRED

• CNC Vertical Lathe Operation Experience REQUIRED

• CNC Program Editing Experience REQUIRED

• CNC Program Writing Experience REQUIRED

• Ability to Upload and Download CNC Programs REQUIRED

• Blueprint / Part Drawing Interpretation Experience REQUIRED

• Manual Inspection Gauge Experience REQUIRED

• First-Article Inspection Experience REQUIRED

• In-Process Inspection Experience REQUIRED

• Final Inspection Experience REQUIRED

• Tool and Fixture Setup Experience REQUIRED

• Ability to Align Fixtures and Locate Fixture Centers REQUIRED

• Basic Fixture Fabrication Capability REQUIRED

• Strong Basic Machining Math Skills REQUIRED

• Basic ERP Software Proficiency REQUIRED

• Ability to Log Time and Job Data in ERP Systems REQUIRED

• Ability to Perform Daily and Monthly Machine Preventive Maintenance REQUIRED

• Ability to Follow 5S, Safety, and Quality Requirements REQUIRED

• Ability to Stand for Extended Periods REQUIRED

• Ability to Work Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM–12:30 AM REQUIRED

• Ability to Work Fully On-Site in Libertyville, IL REQUIRED

• High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent Experience REQUIRED

• Trigonometry Knowle