CNC Machinist

Chandler Industries LLC; Town of Lake Mills (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Chandler Industries in Wisconsin's Lake Mills area is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to operate, adjust, and maintain mills, lathes, and Swiss machines to produce precision components.

You will read blueprints, select tooling, implement machine adjustments, and inspect parts to ensure they meet tight dimensional tolerances while working on either first or second shift. This hands-on role requires strong math skills, basic GD&T knowledge, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of CNC machining experience or certificate in machining.
• Intermediate math skills (i.e. trigonometry, geometry, etc.).
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient reading, writing, oral communication and comprehension in English language.
• Basic blueprint reading.
• Basic inspection skills.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to run multiple machines.
• Ability to operate CMM.
• Ability to machine tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with multiple machine controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and maintain CNC mills, lathes, and Swiss-type machines.
• Read technical drawings and select tooling.
• Make machine adjustments and perform inspections for quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Ensure parts meet specified tolerances and document results.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Attention to detail

English proficiency

CMM operation

Multi-machine skills

Math skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

CMM

Job description

About Us:

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and a range of value-added services. We excel in providing exceptional value through responsive customer service, technical expertise, and innovative lean manufacturing practices. Our commitment to delivering world-class quality and on-time performance has made us a trusted partner for our customers. Chandler operates five divisions, including four in Minnesota—Blaine, Long Prairie, Montevideo, and Wyoming—and one in Lake Mills, Wisconsin.

Company Benefits:

Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) plan with company match; and a range of supplemental benefit options. In addition, eligible employees receive paid holidays and paid time off.

Shifts:

First Shift: 5:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Thursday

Second Shift: 2:45pm-12:45am, Monday-Thursday

Position Summary:

Operate, adjust, and maintain CNC machines (Mills, Lathes, and/or Swiss) to produce precision components. This role involves reading technical drawings, selecting appropriate tooling, making machine adjustments, inspecting parts, and ensuring products meet specified quality and dimensional requirements.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of CNC machining experience or certificate in machining
• Intermediate math skills (i.e. trigonometry, geometry, etc.).
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient reading, writing, oral communication and comprehension in English language.
• Basic blueprint reading.
• Basic inspection skills.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to run multiple machines.
• Ability to operate CMM.
• Ability to machine tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with multiple machine controls.

Pay Range Details:

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors related to the specific position. These may include skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.