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Machinist in Rockford

Date Posted: 29 October 2026

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Job Description

gpac, a recruiting firm with 30+ years in business, is partnered with a well-established company in the structural steel and metals fabrication industry in the Rockford, IL area. Our client is seeking a Machinist to produce precision parts.

 

STEEL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED: candidates must have machining experience in a steel or metals fabrication environment.

 

Position Responsibilities:

- Set up and run machining equipment

- Produce parts to drawings and tolerances

- Follow safety and quality procedures

- Maintain equipment

- Meet production goals

 

Position Essential Job Functions:

- Read blueprints and GD&T

- Set up mills, lathes, and CNC equipment

- Inspect parts with precision tools

- Make adjustments

- Keep records

 

Position Skills:

- Required: Experience in the structural steel or metals fabrication/erection industry

- 2+ years of machining experience

- Ability to read blueprints

- CNC experience preferred

- Strong measuring skills

- Attention to detail

 

Benefits:

- Competitive salary of $27 - $32.40 per hour

- Comprehensive health insurance

- Retirement plan with company match

- Paid time off and holidays

- Professional development opportunities

 

To apply, contact Clint Long at clint.long@gogpac.com or 605-370-5504.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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