CNC Machinist

Fives; Fond du Lac (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual performance incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Career development and training

Job summary

Fives Giddings & Lewis in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up, adjust and operate CNC machines to produce precision components. You will read blueprints, apply GD&T, and verify tolerances with precision tools.

The role requires a strong background in machining methods, tool offsets, and quality control while supporting clean, safe manufacturing practices. This is an on-site, full-time position with competitive recompense.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience or a certificate/degree in a machinist program.
• Knowledge of machining methods, tooling, inserts and cutting qualities of metals.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and blueprint reading
• Ability to use shop math
• Knowledge of various types of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to work on a variety of metals, selecting proper feed, speed, etc. and work to close tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC machine through operation sequences to check setup, set tools, tooling operational sequences, clearances, speeds, feeds, etc., and adjust machine to correct.
• Work from drawings and setup instructions to load, position, align and secure workpiece in machine.
• Observe operation while machining and edit work & tooling offsets as needed.
• Study and work from part drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece. Work to very close tolerances.
• Use a range of measuring instruments to make set-ups, adjustments and to check work
• Maintain machine and work area in a clean and orderly manner.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Shop math

Precision measurement

Machining methods

Metalworking tolerances

Education

Machinist certificate/degree

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

CNC Machinist

Fives Gidding and Lewis // Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Join Our Team!

Fives Gidding & Lewis is actively seeking CNC Machinists to join our team in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

Position Summary

Performs a wide range of duties to set up, adjust and operate a CNC machine. Machine surfaces to close tolerances involving combinations of operations such as milling, turning, boring, recessing, drilling, tapping, etc. This requires skill, judgment and knowledge related to precision machining techniques and finishes. Familiarity with CNC machine tool operational procedures as well as knowledge of GD&T and the ability to read blueprints.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Set up and run CNC machine through operation sequences to check setup, set tools, tooling operational sequences, clearances, speeds, feeds, etc., and adjust machine to correct.
• Work from drawings and setup instructions to load, position, align and secure workpiece in machine.
• Observe operation while machining and edit work & tooling offsets as needed.
• Study and work from part drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece. Work to very close tolerances.
• Use a range of measuring instruments to make set-ups, adjustments and to check work
• Maintain machine and work area in a clean and orderly manner.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• 5+ years of related experience or a certificate/degree in a machinist program.
• Knowledge of machining methods, tooling, inserts and cutting qualities of metals.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and blueprint reading
• Ability to use shop math
• Knowledge of various types of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to work on a variety of metals, selecting proper feed, speed, etc. and work to close tolerances.

What We Offer

Fives Giddings and Lewis are proud to provide a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:

• Competitive compensation
• Annual performance incentive opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance programs
• Opportunities for advancement within a global organization

Why Come to Fives?

By becoming part of Fives, you will be joining an international group that will provide you with access to numerous opportunities for growth and mobility across a wide range of industries and functions.

We will give you room to learn, grow, and develop, both professionally and personally while contributing to innovative solutions that are shaping the future of industry.

Industry Can Do It with You!

Corporate Group Overview

We are a part of an industrial engineering group with a heritage of over 200 years, Fives Group designs and delivers machines, process equipment, and production lines for the world's largest industrial players. Across the globe, we are committed to making industry smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.

Site Company Overview

Fives Giddings & Lewis is a renowned manufacturer of metal cutting machine tools, including horizontal boring mills, vertical turning centers and horizontal machining centers for customers across aerospace, defense, energy, power generation, construction and mining, and industrial markets.

Fives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.