CNC Machine Operator - Weekend Shift

Vortakt; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vortakt, a division of Entrust Manufacturing Technologies, Inc., seeks a CNC machinist to operate a three-machine cell and lathe equipment for producing high-precision parts in a temperature-controlled facility.

You will ensure consistent production, quality inspection, and cell maintenance, with setup, tool changes, and routine documentation of performance and quality checks.

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented with high workmanship standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve machining problems.
• Mechanical inclination with accurate, precise work.
• Capable of working independently and in a team.
• Willing to perform overtime and flexible duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Select tooling, gauging and supplies to prepare the cell for production.
• Perform machine setup and tool changes.
• Operate equipment and monitor performance to meet specs and production rates.
• Perform quality checks to hold tolerances.
• Prepare cell performance reports and checklists.
• Clean and package workpieces and manage material handling.
• May operate material handling equipment to move stock or finished goods.
• Communicate with department to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean working environment (cleaning, oil maintenance, etc.).

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Independent work

Overtime willingness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The CNC machinist will work efficiently within a cell of three machines as well as lathe equipment to run production of a variety of high precision, high-quality workpieces for the firearms industry in the Vortakt Division of Entrust Manufacturing Technologies, Inc. This work, conducted in a bright, temperature-controlled environment, utilizes updated equipment and the most up-to-date technology. The CNC machine operator is responsible for consistency in production, quality inspection and cell maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilizing documentation, selects appropriate tooling, gauging and supplies to prepare the cell for production


• Performs machine setup and tool change


• Operates equipment efficiently, monitoring machine performance and workpiece quality to ensure specifications and production rates are being met.


• Performs quality checks as specified per workpiece to ensure proper tolerances are held


• Prepares cell performance documentation reports/checklists


• Cleans and packages workpieces for effective material handling


• May operate material handling equipment as needed to deliver stock to cell or stage completed product for shipment


• Communicates with others in the department to ensure the smooth flow of work


• Maintains a clean working environment through machine cleaning, tool organization, chip clearing, cutting oil maintenance, etc.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Minimum of 1+years machine operation experience


• Attention to detail and a desire to maintain high standards of workmanship


• Applicant should be mechanically inclined, have good problem-solving skills, be able to work independently, be self-motivated and possess the ability to do highly accurate work that requires concentration and physical effort


• Flexibility - willingness to operate other equipment, perform work outside job duties when asked and work overtime hours when required


• Position will be payrolled through a temporary service for 90 days depending on skill level and demonstrated capabilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly lifts up to 20 pounds unassisted. Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds unassisted. Occasional use of overhead cranes for lifts greater than 50 pounds


• Regularly stands for entire shift (10hours)


• Regularly bends, stoops, reaches, climbs and moves


• Regularly exerts up to 10 pounds of force and frequently exerts up to 25 pounds of force to move objects


• Work environment is bright and temperature controlled


• The nature of the work involves contact with various metals and oils

EOE - vets/disabled