CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Milwaukee Succeeds; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Generous shift premium

Paid time off

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a CNC Machinist to ensure efficient production of high-precision workpieces in a clean, temperature-controlled environment. Responsibilities include operating lathe equipment, monitoring quality, and maintaining cleanliness. Applicants should have at least 5 years of machine operation experience, be detail-oriented, and able to work independently. The position offers a competitive pay structure, including a generous shift premium and benefits like medical and 401k.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years machine operation experience.
• Mechanically inclined with high standards of workmanship.
• Ability to perform highly accurate work requiring concentration.
• Mechanically inclined with good problem-solving skills; able to work independently and perform highly accurate work.
• Willingness to operate other equipment and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Setup and run lathe equipment for production.
• Monitor machine performance and quality checks.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure proper tolerances.
• Prepare cell performance documentation and reports.
• Clean and package workpieces for material handling.
• Operate material handling equipment as needed to deliver stock or stage finished product.
• Communicate with department to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Independence

Independently work

Overtime willingness

Lathe operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The CNC Machinist will work efficiently within a cell of three machines setup and run lathe equipment to run production of a variety of high precision, high-quality workpieces for the firearms industry in the Vortakt Division of Entrust Manufacturing Technologies, Inc. This work, conducted in a bright, temperature-controlled environment, utilizes updated equipment and the most up-to-date technology. The cell operator is responsible for consistency in production, quality inspection and cell maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilizing documentation, selects appropriate tooling, gauging and supplies to prepare the cell for production
• Performs machine setup and tool change
• Operates equipment efficiently, monitoring machine performance and workpiece quality to ensure specifications and production rates are being met.
• Performs quality checks as specified per workpiece to ensure proper tolerances are held
• Prepares cell performance documentation reports/checklists
• Cleans and packages workpieces for effective material handling
• May operate material handling equipment as needed to deliver stock to cell or stage completed product for shipment
• Communicates with others in the department to ensure the smooth flow of work
• Maintains a clean working environment through machine cleaning, tool organization, chip clearing, cutting oil maintenance, etc.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5+ years machine operation experience
• Attention to detail and a desire to maintain high standards of workmanship
• Applicant should be mechanically inclined, have good problem-solving skills, be able to work independently, be self-motivated and possess the ability to do highly accurate work that requires concentration and physical effort
• Flexibility - willingness to operate other equipment, perform work outside job duties when asked and work overtime hours when requiredPosition will be payrolled through a temporary service for 90 days depending on skill level and demonstrated capabilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly lifts up to 20 pounds unassisted. Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds unassisted. Occasional use of overhead cranes for lifts greater than 50 pounds
• Regularly stands for entire shift (10 hours)
• Regularly bends, stoops, reaches, climbs and moves
• Regularly exerts up to 10 pounds of force and frequently exerts up to 25 pounds of force to move objects
• Work environment is bright and temperature controlled
• The nature of the work involves contact with various metals and oils

EOE - vets/disabled

Pay is dependent on experience and includes a generous 10% shift premium. Vortakt offers a highly advanced work environment that is clean, well-lit, and temperature controlled. We also offer medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, 401k and paid time off!