CNC Composites Machining Specialist

Step Into Precision: A Day in the Life at Atlas Fibre

You arrive at our climate-controlled facility in Northbrook, IL, grab your PPE, and step onto the floor where advanced composites meet state-of-the-art CNC technology. Your shift begins by reviewing work orders, blueprints, and specs for aerospace-bound parts. You program, set up, and run CNC mills and lathes (Okuma, Haas, Fanuc), ensuring raw materials and tooling are ready to go. Throughout the day, you dial in feeds and speeds, monitor cycle times, and keep an eye on the details that separate good work from great work.

Between runs, you inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges, document results for traceability, and uphold FOD control procedures that are mission-critical in aviation and aerospace. You troubleshoot deviations with your supervisor, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams on new product introductions. Before the day wraps, you identify small process tweaks that can reduce waste and extend tool life—leaving your workstation spotless and production-ready.

Where You’ll Work

Location: 3411 Woodhead Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062

Job Type: Full-time, In-person

Must be able to commute to: Northbrook, IL 60062

What You’ll Tackle

- Read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and job instructions.

- Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment per specs and work orders.

- Load raw materials accurately; verify tooling and offsets to ensure stable runs.

- Monitor operations, adjust parameters, and maximize quality and throughput.

- Conduct routine maintenance and keep a clean, organized workstation.

- Escalate and troubleshoot machine issues and safety concerns with the shift supervisor.

Quality & Safety Mindset

- Inspect parts with precision tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) and document for traceability.

- Maintain strict FOD control essential to aviation/aerospace production.

- Follow robust PPE, composite dust collection, and machine guarding protocols.

Continuous Improvement

- Partner with engineering and quality on new product introductions.

- Stay current on composite machining and aerospace manufacturing practices.

- Recommend changes that cut cycle time, extend tool life, and reduce material waste.

Your Background

- 1–3 years of hands-on CNC operation experience.

- High school diploma or equivalent; technical machining training/certification preferred.

- Fluent in reading engineering drawings and blueprints.

- Strong command of precision measurement and inspection methods.

- Excellent attention to detail, quality, safety, and problem-solving.

- Solid applied math skills.

Tools, Machines, and Tech You’ll Use

- CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Okuma, Fanuc, Haas)

- CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

- CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) (Okuma, Haas)

- CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

- CNC Router

- CNC Swiss Lathe (Tsugami)

- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Zeiss) and Calypso

Skills You’ll Rely On

- Troubleshooting

- CNC Programming

- CNC Setup & Changeover

- Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology

- Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement

- Machine Setups for Production Runs

- Manual Machining

Compensation & Benefits

- Pay: $20.00 – $29.00/hour, commensurate with experience

- Medical and dental insurance

- Company-paid life insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Paid vacation and sick time

- Tuition reimbursement

- Opportunities for advancement as the company grows

Work Environment

Our production floor is climate-controlled and purpose-built for precision composites machining. Expect to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work around operational noise and composite dust (PPE provided). Some schedule flexibility for shift coverage may be required.

About Atlas Fibre

We manufacture high-performance composites and thermoset materials that power the next generation of aircraft, spacecraft, and high-performance vehicles across automotive, aviation, and aerospace sectors.

Ready to Apply?

If contributing your CNC and CMM expertise to advanced materials and aerospace manufacturing excites you, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Northbrook, IL 60062

Atlas Fibre is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.