Posted August 23, 2026
CNC Programmer
Sterling Engineering Inc.
Schiller Park, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Title: CNC Programmer
Location: Schiller Park, IL
Shift: 1st Shift
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Pay: $32–$38/hr.
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Pay: $32–$38/hr.
Benefits: Medical, dental & vision insurance, 401(k) match, life insurance, paid parental leave, professional development, pre-tax transit discounts, employee discounts, summer hours, and team-building activities.
We are seeking a Toolmaker to join the R&D team and support product innovation through tooling, prototyping, machining, and fixture development. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who can interpret designs, visualize finished parts, and bring them to life using CNC and manual machining equipment.
Job Duties:
- Interpret sketches, models, and specifications to determine materials and machining processes.
- Plan, build, and assemble tooling and fixtures to specifications.
- Set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment, including mills, lathes, and grinders.
- Fabricate prototypes and machine close-tolerance parts.
- Repair, modify, sharpen, and improve tooling and fixtures.
- Inspect dimensions, alignment, and clearances to ensure proper fit and function.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain a clean work area.
- Collaborate with the Prototype Shop Manager and track project timelines and updates.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 2–5 years of experience setting up, programming, and operating CNC machines.
- Knowledge of Mastercam and SolidWorks.
- Strong understanding of machining and tooling processes.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
