CNC Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Your Job Are you ready to launch your career in aerospace and defense manufacturing? As a CNC Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in producing precision components that support cutting-edge aviation and defense technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where quality and precision are paramount. Our Team You'll be part of a dedicated manufacturing team that specializes in producing high-tolerance aerospace components. Our division thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellence to our defense and aviation partners. Hours: 2nd Shift; 3:30PM - 2AM, Monday - Thursday. What You Will Do * Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace-grade components with precision and consistency. * Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining. * Perform routine machine maintenance and report any mechanical issues. * Inspect finished parts using measurement tools to verify conformance to specifications. * Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to troubleshoot and optimize production processes. * Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * High school diploma or GED. * 1+ year of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. * Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. * Basic understanding of machine setup and tooling. What Will Put You Ahead * Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing. * Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). * Familiarity with ISO or AS9100 quality standards. * Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines. * Technical certification in CNC machining or related field. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments-from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).