CNC Lathe Operator 1

Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co.; New Berlin (WI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co. is seeking a CNC operator to set up and run turning and/or milling centers, producing parts in a team-driven environment.

You will perform basic setups, monitor production with gauges, and ensure parts meet customer quality requirements. The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to read setup sheets, follow routings, and maintain tools and equipment in good condition.

Qualifications

• Basic shop math and measurements.
• Ability to communicate in English (oral and written).
• Ability to read and follow setup sheets and routings.
• Ability to use calipers, bore gauges, and other gauges for inspection.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and/or mills in production cells.
• Perform basic setups using setup sheets and routings.
• Monitor parts with measuring tools to ensure quality.
• Adjust offsets and lengths to meet tolerances.
• Run first production runs and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Perform operator-level preventative maintenance.
• Possibly run more than one machine simultaneously.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Team environment

English communication

Education

Basic general education

Tools

Calipers

Bore gauges

Inspection gauges

Job description

Description

About Us:

At Wenthe-Davidson, we have been a leader in custom tubular metal fabrication for more than 80 years. As a 100% employee-owned company with more than 150 dedicated team members, every employee has a direct stake in our success. Our people do not just work for Wenthe-Davidson—they share in its ownership and future. Guided by our Core Values of integrity, accountability, collaboration, and innovation, we are committed to continuous improvement, state-of-the-art equipment, and long-term growth. That commitment recently led to a 27,000-square-foot expansion of our 109,000-square-foot facility.

What we’re looking for

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a desire to grow their career in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

Job Summary

Responsible for the basic setup and operation of Wenthe-Davidson’s CNC turning and/or milling centers. Performs machine changeovers and runs production parts safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established production standards and customer quality requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively operate CNC lathes and/or mills in cells to produce parts in a timely fashion. Generally, machines are running similar/repetitive parts in production cells.
• Complete basic setups based on setup sheets and work routings. This includes utilizing tool holders and cutting tools.
• Monitor production parts with measuring equipment and visual inspection at required intervals while maintaining cutting tools to satisfy customers’ quality requirements.
• Adjust offsets and lengths accordingly, as needed, to maintain part tolerances using various measurement gages.
• Perform operations on first production run products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and presentable work area.
• Perform operator level preventative maintenance on equipment.
• May run more than one machine at a time based on cell design.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Basic general education
• Language Skills: Ability to communicate with all levels, provide oral and written instructions/directions and understand oral and written instructions in English.
• Reasoning Skills: Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic shop math and measurements.
• Ability to use calipers, bore gages, and other gages for inspection.
• Ability to follow company designated processes using setup sheets and work routings.
• Basic troubleshooting skills to determine possible solutions for problems which could occur during a machine setup or production run.
• The ability to meet the attendance standards stated in the company attendance policy.

Physical Demands

• The ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds for up to eight (8) hours per day.
• The ability to bend and lift up to forty (40) pounds between floor level and a height of five feet six inches.
• The ability to stand and walk on concrete for up to eight (8) hours per day.
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to use hands to manipulate objects (i.e. replace tooling, etc.).
• Quality Assurance: The ability to perform visual inspection of work material to ensure quality standards.