CNC Machining Technician – Up to $41.00/hr (3rd Shift)

Impact Recruitment Ltd; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Bonus opportunities

Full benefits

Job summary

Impact Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a CNC Machining Technician for the Cedarburg, WI area. This direct-hire role offers a 3rd shift and up to $41.00/hr, with a target annual compensation around the stated range, and full benefits.

You will lead CNC setup, load programs, adjust offsets, and troubleshoot quality issues in a high-volume production environment, focusing on aluminum die cast components.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of tenure at each prior employer.
• Hands-on CNC setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must reside within a 45-minute commute of Cedarburg, WI area.
• High School Diploma or GED; vocational machining credentials preferred; US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to finish high-precision aluminum die cast components.
• Load G-code programs and adjust tool offsets for tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot surface finish defects and dimensional variations.
• Perform quality inspections with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM reports.
• Maintain tool life and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Quality inspection

GD&T

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/vocational machining credentials

Tools

CMM

Job description

CNC Machining Technician – Up to $41.00/hr (3rd Shift)

Job Order ID: 4771

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: $59280-85280/Yr

Web Publication Date: 9/10/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location: Cedarburg, WI 53012

Job Function

CNC Machining Technician – Up to $41.00/hr (3rd Shift)

Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr based upon experience) Cedarburg, WI Area 3rd Shift Direct Hire / Full-Time

• Compensation & Earnings: Up to $41.00/hr., 401(k) with match, pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, and full benefits.
• Schedule & Work-Life Balance: 3rd shift schedule with opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance.
• Work Environment & Company Profile: Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers featuring high employee stability, 40% tenure over 10+ years, and tier-one OEM partnerships.
• Core Functional Scope: Lead CNC setup, program loading, tool offsets, and troubleshooting on multi-axis machining centers processing high-precision aluminum castings.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization: Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), hands-on CNC setup or editing experience, precision measurement skills, and a commute within 45min of Cedarburg, WI.

A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking an experienced CNC Machining Technician to support their 3rd shift manufacturing operations. Operating in a high-volume, automated machining department, this role is critical for setting up equipment, editing offsets, executing tool changes, and troubleshooting dimensional quality on complex aluminum cast components. Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire seat provides top-tier hourly compensation, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Set Up & Operate CNC Equipment: Perform setups and changeovers on multi-axis CNC mills and lathes used to finish high-precision aluminum die cast components.
• Manage Programs & Offsets: Load G-code programs, adjust tool offsets, and make real-time process modifications to ensure tight part tolerances.
• Troubleshoot Quality & Tooling: Diagnose surface finish defects, dimensional variations, and chatter caused by tool wear, fixture misalignment, or material inconsistencies.
• Perform Quality Inspections: Measure finished parts using calipers, micrometers, height gages, depth indicators, and CMM inspection reports.
• Execute Tooling Maintenance: Replace worn cutting tools, carbide inserts, drills, and taps while monitoring tool life to prevent scrap and downtime.
• Conduct Preventative Maintenance: Support routine daily machine care, coolant fluid management, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Maintain Process Records: Log production counts, quality control metrics, tool wear records, and setup adjustments accurately.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR (REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS)

• Job Stability Required: Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• CNC Machining Experience: Proven hands-on experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining centers in a production environment (aluminum machining or casting experience preferred).
• Technical Blueprint & Measurement Skills: Ability to read blueprints, interpret engineering drawings, and proficiently use precision hand inspection tools.
• Commutable Radius: Must reside within a 45-min maximum commute of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area.
• Education & Authorization: High School Diploma or GED required; technical/vocational machining credentials preferred. Must be fully authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PREFERRED TECHNICAL ASSETS (BONUS SKILLS)

• GD&T & CMM Data: Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpreting CMM quality data.
• Multi-Axis & Automation: Experience working with multi-axis horizontal/vertical machining centers and integrated robotic cell loading.
• High-Volume OEM Production: Prior machining experience within automotive, powersports, or tier-one industrial supplier environments.