CNC Lathe Operator – Employee-Owned, Growth Path

Wenthe-Davidson Manufacturing; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenthe-Davidson Manufacturing is seeking a CNC operator to support turning and milling centers in a hands-on, team-oriented environment. You’ll perform basic setups from setup sheets, run production parts safely, and ensure adherence to quality standards.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, the ability to read instructions in English, and strong attention to detail. This is a full-time role with opportunities for growth in a long-standing, employee-owned manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Basic general education required.
• Ability to communicate in English and follow written/oral instructions.
• Ability to perform basic shop math and measurements.
• Ability to use calipers, bore gauges and other inspection tools.
• Ability to follow setup sheets and work routings.
• Basic troubleshooting for machine setup or production run.
• Able to meet attendance policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and/or mills in cells to produce parts.
• Complete basic setups based on setup sheets and routings.
• Monitor production parts with measuring equipment and visual inspection.
• Adjust offsets and lengths to maintain part tolerances.
• 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.
• Ensure parts meet customer quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

English communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Basic general education

Job description

Wenthe-Davidson Manufacturing is seeking a CNC operator to support turning and milling centers in a hands-on, team-oriented environment. You’ll perform basic setups from setup sheets, run production parts safely, and ensure adherence to quality standards.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, the ability to read instructions in English, and strong attention to detail. This is a full-time role with opportunities for growth in a long-standing, employee-owned manufacturer.