CNC Machinist

Selectek; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectek is seeking a CNC Set-Up Machinist for 1st shift (6:00 AM–2:30 PM) and 3rd shift (10:00 PM–6:00 AM) to support Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes. The role focuses on full setups, tooling, fixturing, offsets, and first‑article verification.

You will run Mastercam-generated programs, interpret drawings and GD&T, monitor tool wear, and participate in continuous improvement to ensure tight tolerances and on‑time production.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a CNC Set-Up Machinist on mills and/or lathes.
• Experience with Haas and/or DMG Mori CNC machines.
• Mastercam CAM programming or editing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Background in high-precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform full machine setups on Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes, including tooling installation, work holding, fixturing, and offset adjustments. Load, prove out, and run CNC programs generated in Mastercam. Conduct first-article inspections and adjust to meet specifications. Support production runs by monitoring tool wear and making offset or process adjustments as needed.
• Work from Mastercam-generated programs; make minor edits at the control when required. Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve setup efficiency, cycle time, and repeatability. Follow setup sheets, tooling lists, and work instructions to establish consistent processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T. Inspect first-piece and in-process parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges. Maintain tight tolerances and proactively resolve quality issues.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, fixturing, materials, or machine performance. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, cycle time improvement, and process standardization.

Skills

CNC Setup

Blueprint Reading

GD&T Interpretation

Mastercam

Teamwork

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

CNC Machinist 1st Shift (6 AM – 2:30 PM) & 3rd Shift (10 PM – 6 AM) openings Pay Range: $28 – 38/hr, depending on experience

Summary:

Our client is actively looking for CNC Set-Up Machinist responsible for performing complete setups and supporting production on Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes. This role requires hands‑on experience with tooling, fixturing, offsets, and first‑article verification, as well as the ability to support and run programs created in Mastercam. The Machinist plays a key role in maintaining part quality, process stability, and on time production in a precision manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• CNC Machine Setup & Operation Perform full machine setups on Haas and DMG CNC mills and lathes, including tooling installation, work holding, fixturing, and offset adjustments. Load, prove out, and run CNC programs generated in Mastercam. Conduct first-article inspections and make necessary adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications. Support production runs by monitoring tool wear and making offset or process adjustments as needed.
• Mastercam & Process Support Work from Mastercam-generated programs; make minor edits at the control when required. Collaborate with programmers and engineers to improve setup efficiency, cycle time, and repeatability. Follow setup sheets, tooling lists, and work instructions to establish consistent processes.
• Quality & Inspection Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T. Inspect first-piece and in-process parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges. Maintain tight tolerances and proactively resolve quality issues.
• Continuous Improvement & Safety Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, fixturing, materials, or machine performance. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, cycle time improvement, and process standardization.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a CNC Set-Up Machinist on mills and/or lathes
• Hands‑on experience with Haas and/or DMG Mori CNC machines
• Working knowledge of Mastercam and ability to run CAM-generated programs
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience working in a precision, tight‑tolerance machining environment
• Preferred: Experience with multi-axis machining (4 or 5 axis)
• Ability to perform basic CNC program edits at the machine (G-code)
• Background in aerospace, medical, automotive, or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing
• Familiarity with process documentation and setup optimization