CNC Machinist

Allied Reliability; Town of Cross Plains (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Reliability is seeking an entry-level Tooling Machinist to work with seasoned machinists and toolmakers. You’ll gain hands-on experience in precision machining, mold building, and CNC equipment while developing practical skills.

You’ll learn tooling sharpening, CNC setup, basic programming tweaks, and how to read prints and specifications. A supportive team environment and opportunities for advancement await.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Learn from experienced machinists and toolmakers while developing technical skills.
• Assist with drilling, milling, turning, and CNC machining operations.
• Help build, repair, and maintain molds and tooling used in manufacturing.
• Read prints and measurements to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain tools and work areas, follow safety practices, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Detail oriented

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

Machining/Manufacturing/Tool & Die related coursework or degree

Previous machine shop or manufacturing internship/experience

Familiarity with basic machining tools and measuring equipment

Job description

• Learn directly from experienced Tool & Die and Machining professionals
• Gain hands-on experience with precision machining, mold building, and CNC equipment
• Clear opportunities for advancement as your skills grow
• Work on highly customized projects from start to finish

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

• Learn directly from experienced Tool & Die and Machining professionals
• Gain hands-on experience with precision machining, mold building, and CNC equipment
• Clear opportunities for advancement as your skills grow
• Work on highly customized projects from start to finish

Enjoy a Great Work Environment

• 4-day work week
• Clean, modern, climate-controlled shop
• Stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities
• Low-volume, high-variety work-no repetitive production machining
• Supportive team that values learning and development

What You'll Do

As an Entry-Level Tooling Machinist, you'll work alongside experienced machinists and toolmakers while developing valuable technical skills.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

• Learn how to sharpen and maintain tooling components using precision grinding equipment
• Assist with machining operations including drilling, milling, turning, and CNC machining
• Help build, repair, and maintain molds and tooling used in manufacturing
• Learn CNC machine setup and make basic program adjustments
• Read and interpret prints, measurements, and specifications
• Maintain quality standards and follow safe work practices
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas organized and ready for use
• Collaborate with tooling, engineering, and production teams to solve problems and improve processes

What We’re Looking For

We're less concerned about years of experience and more interested in people who are mechanically inclined and eager to learn.

You May Be a Great Fit If You

• Enjoy working with tools, machinery, or mechanical equipment
• Like building, fixing, troubleshooting, or creating things
• Have a strong attention to detail
• Take pride in quality workmanship
• Are dependable and willing to learn from experienced teammates
• Work well in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical coursework, certification, or degree in Machining, Manufacturing, Tool & Die, Machine Tool Technology, or a related field
• Previous experience in a machine shop, manufacturing environment, internship, or technical program
• Familiarity with basic machining tools and measuring equipment