5-Axis CNC Operator

GWS Tool Group; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

GWS Tool Group in Hartland, WI is seeking a 5-Axis CNC Operator to produce premium carbide and HSS cutting tools using 5-Axis CNC tool grinding machines. You will program, set up, run, inspect, and correct quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

The role requires reading blueprints, performing offsets, and daily equipment checks, with strict attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 1st shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or ideal certification in machining.
• Certification in machining is ideal but not required.
• Well-rounded knowledge of cutting tools is expected.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• 5-Axis CNC setup/operator experience is preferred.
• Programming experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and offsets as required.
• Ability to read blueprints accurately.
• Inspect tools for defects using quality tools.
• Program accurately and operate the machine.
• Evaluate finished product quality via visual inspection and measurement tools.
• Communicate quality issues to programmers/GM.
• Pull material for upcoming jobs.
• Check machinery daily for functionality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining certification (ideal)

Cutting tools knowledge

Previous manufacturing experience (preferred)

5-Axis CNC setup/operator experience (preferred)

Programming experience (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: 5-Axis CNC Operator

Department: Production

Reports to: Director of Manufacturing

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Hartland, WI

Shift: 1st

Job Summary:

The 5-Axis CNC Operator willbe responsible forproducing premium quality, high precision carbide, carbide-tipped,and HSS cutting tools using 5-Axis CNC tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates andoperatesCNC machines by programming, setting up the CNC machine,operatingthe CNC machine, inspecting tools for visible flaws,and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup and offsets asrequired.

• Ability to accurately read blueprints.

• Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.

• Responsible foraccurateprogramming and machine operation.

• Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.

• Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Manager.

• Pull material for up-coming jobs

• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.

• Other dutiesassigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but notrequired.

• Awell-roundedknowledge of cutting tools.

• Previousmanufacturing experience is preferred but notrequired.

• Previous5-Axis CNC Setup / Operator experience is preferred

• Programming experience is preferred but notrequired.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong math skillsrequiredto performday to dayoperations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast pacedmanufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Light work that includes bending into the machine, light lifting up to 20 pounds and some repetitive motions.

• Prolonged periods of standing at a machine.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.