2nd Shift CNC Setup Machinist – 4-Day Work Week

Impact Recruitment Ltd; Town of Big Bend (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Recruitment Ltd is assisting a high-growth component manufacturer in Big Bend, WI to hire a 2nd Shift CNC Setup Machinist for a 4-day work week (Mon-Thu, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM). The role involves independent setups on mills and lathes, tool offset management, GD&T verification, and close-tolerance production for aerospace, defense, and medical pipelines.

Apply if you have 2+ years CNC experience with 1+ year in independent setups, blueprint reading, G-code editing, and a willingness to work a

Qualifications

• 2+ years CNC machining experience, including at least 1 year executing independent setups on CNC lathes or mills.
• Proven ability to read engineering blueprints, make basic G&M code edits, and apply practical GD&T rules.
• Strong hands-on experience with precision hand measuring tools and gauging for tight-tolerance verification.
• Full commitment to a permanent 4-day, 2nd shift schedule (Mon-Thu, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM).

Responsibilities

• Perform complete, independent CNC setups on milling and turning centers to exacting specifications.
• Manage tool offsets, fixtures, and insert changes to maintain tight tolerances.
• Use micrometers, calipers, bore gauges and other tools to verify 100% part quality.
• Troubleshoot and correct G-code deviations to improve cycle efficiency on 2nd shift.
• Interpret complex drawings and apply GD&T to ensure structural integrity.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement within the shop cell.

Skills

CNC machining

Independent setups

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

G-code editing

Job description

2nd Shift CNC Setup Machinist – 4-Day Work Week

Job Order ID: 4759

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: $68000/Yr

Web Publication Date: 9/8/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location: Big Bend, WI 53103

Job Function:
2nd Shift CNC Setup Machinist – 4-Day Work Week

Up to $33.00/hr + Generous Shift Premium Big Bend, WI Area (Daily commute radius) 2nd Shift / Mon-Thu (3:00 PM - 1:30 AM) Full-Time / Direct Hire

• Schedule & Work-Life Balance: Fixed 4-day work week (Monday – Thursday, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM) with a guaranteed 3-day weekend every week.
• Compensation & Earnings: Base pay up to $33.00/hr based on setup capability, plus a generous 2nd shift differential and full corporate benefits.
• Shop Environment: State-of-the-art, 100% climate-controlled, ultra-clean facility operating under strict 5S and organization benchmarks.
• Core Tech Stack: Independent CNC setups (mills/lathes), G&M code editing, tool page offsets, blueprint reading, and GD&T verification.
• Strict Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) required for aerospace/defense contract compliance; 2+ years CNC machining experience with 1+ years independent setups.

If you are looking to step away from a dark, unclean job shop and establish a long-term career home, this direct-hire seat offers an exceptional upgrade. Our client is a high-growth component manufacturer specializing in high-complexity, tight-tolerance production runs for aerospace, defense, and medical pipelines. Backed by recession-proof backlogs, the facility rejects micromanagement and provides clear, skills-based advancement tracks. Operating in a bright, fully air-conditioned shop floor with three-day weekends every week, you will enjoy dynamic project variety, top-tier compensation, and strong team support.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Independent Machine Setups: Perform complete, independent setups and operations on CNC milling and turning centers to exacting engineering specifications.
• Tooling & Offset Management: Manage tool page offsets, adjust fixtures, and change cutting inserts to maintain tight tolerances across complex production runs.
• Precision Inspection: Utilize micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and specialized measuring tools to verify 100% part quality before advancing.
• Process Optimization: Troubleshoot and correct mechanical or G-code program deviations to maintain cycle efficiency on 2nd shift.
• Blueprint & GD&T Application: Interpret complex engineering drawings and apply rigorous GD&T benchmarks to ensure complete structural integrity.
• Cell Maintenance: Participate actively in shop continuous improvement and 5S organization to maintain a safe, clean cell environment.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• Machining & Setup Depth: 2+ years of professional CNC machining experience, including at least 1 year executing independent setups on CNC lathes or mills.
• Technical Literacy: Proven ability to read engineering blueprints, make basic G&M code edits, and apply practical GD&T rules.
• Quality Precision: Strong hands-on experience utilizing precision hand measuring tools and custom gauging for close-tolerance part verification.
• Schedule Alignment: Full commitment to working a permanent 4-day, 2nd shift schedule (Monday – Thursday, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM).
• Location & Compliance: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable daily driving distance of Big Bend, WI.

Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)

• High-Precision Sectors: Prior machining experience producing tight-tolerance components for aerospace, defense, or medical device applications.
• Multi-Axis Capability: Hands-on setup experience with 4/5-axis CNC mills or multi-spindle, live-tooling CNC turning centers.
• Formal Education: Technical diploma, CNC machining certificate, or completed state machining apprenticeship.