Automation Cell Operator — Experienced

PartsBadger; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift premium

Career advancement path to Specialist/

Modern equipment

Climate-controlled shop

Job summary

PartsBadger, a modern CNC job shop in Cedarburg, WI, is seeking an experienced Haas VMC operator to run a full automated cell and grow with the team.

You may enter as Operator I/II or Automation Cell Specialist, with a clear path to advancement. Expect ownership of your cell, proactive problem-solving, and collaboration with skilled teammates on state-of-the-art equipment like Haas VMCs, UR robots, and Keyence systems.

Qualifications

• Haas VMC mill operation experience and ability to run a cell independently.
• TS1 troubleshooting skills required; TS2/TS3 a strong plus.
• Proficiency with hand tools and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Self-directed with ownership of their cell and proactive problem solving.
• Reliable attendance and professional conduct; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Run a full 8-machine Haas VMC automated cell independently at pace.
• Assemble and manage tooling per setup sheets — correctly, every time.
• Perform machine maintenance tasks proactively, not reactively.
• Troubleshoot cell and machine issues (TS1 through TS3 depending on experience level).
• Perform Keyence inspection edits and programming depending on your level.
• Complete first-article and in-process inspection documentation accurately.
• Identify problems early — tooling wear, offset drift, robot behavior, quality trends.
• Support other operators and newer team members when the shop needs it.

Skills

Haas VMC operation

TS1 troubleshooting

Measuring tools proficiency

Self-directed ownership

Reliable attendance

Tools

Keyence inspection

Universal Robots

Mastercam

Esprit

Fusion 360

Job description

Who We Are

PartsBadger runs a modern, automated CNC job shop in Cedarburg, WI — climate-controlled, organized, all new equipment. We blend technology with manufacturing: 8-machine Haas VMC cells with Universal Robots arm loading, Keyence inspection systems, and a team that takes real ownership of their work.

We\'ve been named a Future 50 winner four consecutive years and ranked among the fastest-growing manufacturers in the country. If you\'ve been in shops where the culture didn\'t match your standards, this is a different kind of place.

The Role

We\'re looking for an experienced Haas VMC operator who can run a full automated cell independently and wants to keep growing. Depending on your experience level, you could step in as an Operator I, Operator II, or Automation Cell Specialist — we\'ll place you where your skills match and give you a clear path from there.

This is not a babysitting job. We want people who take ownership of their cell, catch problems before they become issues, and don\'t need to be told twice. If you\'re the kind of operator who takes pride in your output and wants to work with modern equipment alongside people who feel the same way, keep reading.

What You\'ll Do Day-to-Day

• Run a full 8-machine Haas VMC automated cell independently at pace


• Assemble and manage tooling per setup sheets — correctly, every time


• Perform machine maintenance tasks proactively, not reactively


• Troubleshoot cell and machine issues (TS1 through TS3 depending on experience level)


• Perform Keyence inspection edits and programming depending on your level


• Complete first-article and in-process inspection documentation accurately


• Identify problems early — tooling wear, offset drift, robot behavior, quality trends


• Support other operators and newer team members when the shop needs it

What We\'re Looking For

• Haas VMC mill operation experience — you can run a cell independently


• TS1 troubleshooting skills at minimum; TS2/TS3 a strong plus


• Hand tool and measurement tool proficiency — calipers, micrometers, etc.


• Self-directed: you manage your cell without waiting to be told what needs doing


• Reliable attendance — consistent, accountable, professional


• Valid\'s driver's license and reliable transportation

Nice to Have

• Keyence inspection programming experience


• Universal Robots or collaborative robot experience


• CAM software experience (Mastercam, Esprit, or Fusion 360)


• Experience mentoring or training newer operators

2nd Shift Schedule & Premium Pay

We\'re specifically hiring for 2nd shift and offer two flexible schedule options:

• $2.00/hour 2nd-shift premium

These schedules provide the opportunity to work fewer days each week while still maintaining a full-time schedule. If you\'re looking for a nontraditional schedule that gives you more days away from work, this could be a great fit.

Why PartsBadger?

• New equipment — no fighting machines older than you are


• Clean, climate-controlled shop that\'s actually organized


• A culture built on ownership and accountability, not micromanagement


• Clear advancement path up to Specialist and Lead/Trainer designations


• AS9100 and ISO9001:2015 certified — work that matters to serious industries