CNC Machinist

Crossroads Manufacturing Co.; Town of Grantsburg (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist/Operator to join their precision manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating CNC lathes and mills, ensuring that complex parts meet tight tolerances. Your expertise in blueprint reading and attention to detail will be crucial as you set up, monitor, and adjust machines while collaborating with team members to optimize processes. If you have a passion for precision and a commitment to quality, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a production environment.
• Strong blueprint-reading abilities and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and mills, performing tool changes and setups.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate Degree in Machine Tool

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Position Overview

Join a precision manufacturing team as a CNC Machinist/Operator, responsible for safely running and optimizing both lathe and mill CNC equipment. You’ll ensure that complex parts meet tight tolerances by setting up, monitoring, and adjusting machines—while interpreting blueprints and collaborating effectively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation & Setup

• Operate CNC lathes and mills, performing accurate tool changes, workholding setups, and program executions.

• Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to optimize cycle times and maintain part quality.

• Process Optimization

• Support multiple machines simultaneously, troubleshooting issues in real time to minimize downtime.

• Implement best practices and continuous-improvement suggestions to increase overall equipment effectiveness.

• Quality Assurance

• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measurement tools.

• Verify conformance to engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.

• Blueprint Interpretation & Communication

• Read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and specifications accurately.

• Communicate production updates, challenges, and improvement ideas clearly with supervisors and team members.

Qualifications

• Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a production environment.

• Technical Skills:

• Proven ability to multitask and operate more than one machine at a time.

• Skilled in setup procedures and basic CNC program edits.

• Education:

• Associate degree in a machine tool or related field is a plus but not required.

• Core Competencies:

• Strong blueprint-reading abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication.

Salary info:

$24 - $36 / hr