CNC Lathe/Mill Operator

Coastal Elite Pro; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro in Wisconsin seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate vertical lathes and horizontal mills within an automated production environment.

You will read blueprints, load and set tools, and use precision instruments to verify tolerances while coordinating with engineering on issues, maintaining quality and efficiency across multiple machines.

Attention to detail and strong troubleshooting skills are essential to minimize waste and downtime in a fast-paced shop setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical documentation.
• Proficiency operating CNC vertical lathes and horizontal mills.
• Skilled with precision measuring instruments to verify tolerances.
• Capable of tool changes and basic troubleshooting on machines.
• Detail-oriented with focus on quality, consistency and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC vertical lathes and horizontal mills in automated environment.
• Read blueprints and technical documentation to set up jobs.
• Use precision tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Change and set tools as required for production.
• Monitor operations and coordinate with engineering on issues.

Skills

CNC vertical lathe operation

CNC horizontal mill operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

Tool changes & troubleshooting

Tools

CNC lathes/mills

Calipers / micrometers

Measurement probes

Job description

Role Summary:

Operate CNC vertical lathes and horizontal mills in an automated manufacturing environment, including working with robotic cells and managing multiple machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Run CNC equipment to meet quality and productivity standards.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Change and set tools as required for production.
• Monitor operations and coordinate with engineering on machine issues and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety and process guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficiency operating CNC vertical lathes and horizontal mills.
• Strong blueprint reading and technical interpretation skills.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude for tool changes and basic troubleshooting.
• Detail-oriented mindset focused on quality, consistency and efficiency.