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CNC Machine Operator roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Employers in manufacturing, aerospace, and medical device sectors regularly file I-140 petitions for this occupation. Green card sponsorship offers permanent residency rather than the temporary status of a work visa.
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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 (4 10-hour shifts).
Compensation in this role will range from $20 to $35 hourly based on experience.
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
- 3+ years of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Experience interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
- Experience utilizing measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
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).
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 (4 10-hour shifts).
Compensation in this role will range from $20 to $35 hourly based on experience.
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
- 3+ years of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Experience interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
- Experience utilizing measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
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).
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Verify your credentials match PERM requirements
PERM labor certification requires your education and work history to match the job description exactly. Gather transcripts, apprenticeship certificates, and employer letters now, inconsistencies between your resume and the filed PERM application can trigger a DOL audit.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Employers sponsoring green cards must comply with employment eligibility verification. Focusing your search on manufacturers already enrolled in E-Verify signals they have the HR infrastructure to manage PERM filings and I-140 petitions without starting from scratch.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who have never filed a PERM. Use Migrate Mate to filter CNC Machine Operator roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so every application you send targets a company already set up to sponsor.
Request the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Before signing anything, use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offer meets at least the Level II prevailing wage for CNC operators in that metro area.
Clarify the sponsorship timeline during negotiations
EB-3 PERM cases typically take one to two years before an I-140 is even filed. Ask the employer directly whether they plan to file PERM within six months of your start date, and confirm in writing who covers filing fees if you leave before the green card is approved.
Check your O*NET job zone for EB-2 eligibility
CNC Machine Operator roles with a strong technical specialization, such as five-axis programming or aerospace tolerancing, can sometimes support EB-2 filings if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or equivalent. Review the O*NET occupation profile to see whether your specific duties align with that threshold.
Green Card CNC Machine Operator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do CNC Machine Operator jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. CNC Machine Operator is classified as a skilled worker occupation under EB-3, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, then submits an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Approval leads to a path toward lawful permanent residency.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty field and is subject to an annual lottery cap, making it difficult for many CNC operators to qualify. EB-3 has no lottery and is designed for skilled workers whose roles require documented training rather than a four-year degree. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status can take two to four years or more depending on your country of birth.
Which employers typically sponsor CNC operators for green cards?
Aerospace manufacturers, medical device companies, automotive suppliers, and defense contractors are the most consistent sponsors for CNC Machine Operator green cards. These industries operate under long production contracts that justify the multi-year sponsorship investment. Use Migrate Mate to search by role and filter for employers with a documented history of PERM filings for this occupation.
What documents do I need to support my PERM labor certification?
Your employer files PERM, but the application must reflect your actual qualifications. You'll need transcripts, certificates from any formal machining or apprenticeship programs, and reference letters from prior employers that confirm your experience with specific machines or tolerances. Gaps between your resume and the PERM job description can trigger a DOL audit, so align those documents before the employer submits.
Can I switch CNC jobs while my green card is being processed?
Changing employers early in the process restarts PERM entirely. Once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, portability rules under AC21 may let you move to a similar CNC role with a new employer without losing your place in line. Confirm the new role matches your original job description before making any move.