CNC Lathe Operator 2

Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co.; New Berlin (WI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co. is seeking an operator for the setup and operation of multiple CNC turning and/or milling centers. You will perform machine changeovers, run production parts safely, and ensure quality per established standards.

The role requires basic education and experience with CNC setups, with emphasis on accuracy, tool use, and efficient workflow in a team environment. This is a hands-on position in our Wisconsin facility.

Qualifications

• Education: Basic general education.
• Experience performing basic setups for CNC turning and/or milling centers.
• Language: Ability to read/write and understand English.
• Reasoning: Follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Math: Basic shop math and measurements.
• Tools: Use calipers, bore gauges and other inspection gauges.
• Process: Follow setup sheets and routings to complete setups.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and/or mills in cells to produce parts on schedule.
• Complete setups based on setup sheets and routings using tool holders, cutting tools, live tooling and fixtures.
• Monitor parts with measuring equipment and perform visual inspection per quality requirements.
• Adjust offsets and lengths to maintain tolerances using measurement gauges.
• Run first production run products.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area.
• Perform operator level preventative maintenance on equipment.
• May run more than one machine at a time.

Skills

CNC turning

CNC milling

Basic shop math

Inspection tools

Calipers

Bore gauges

Education

Basic general education

Tools

Calipers

Bore gauges

Job 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 experience completing basic setups for CNC turning and/or milling centers and a desire to grow their career in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

Job Summary

Responsible for the setup and operation of multiple 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.
• Complete setups based on setup sheets and work routings. This includes using collets, tool holders, cutting tools, live tooling and fixtures.
• 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
• Experience completing basic setups for CNC turning and/or milling centers.
• 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.

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.