CNC Machinist – Grinding & Finishing (1st Shift)

Valmet; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded pension plan

Paid holidays and time off

Cross-training and career development

Team-oriented work environment focused

Safety and quality focus

Job summary

Valmet is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our Finishing Department on 1st shift. You will operate grinding and finishing equipment and inspect quality components to produce precision parts that support customers across the paper industry.

The role involves setting up, programming, and running basic CNC machinery, reading blueprints, and maintaining production equipment. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and experience operating equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and cross-train as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull heavy loads using carts, hoists, or lift-assist equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies to produce quality parts for customers.
• Run machines including creep feed grinder, vertical and horizontal CNC centers.
• Load and modify CNC programs; adjust speeds and feeds.
• Inspect parts using height gauges, micrometers, calipers, pins and gauges.
• Complete paperwork and production documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork and independence

Willingness to learn new equipment

Lift up to 40 pounds

Heavy load handling

Job description

Valmet is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our Finishing Department on 1st shift. You will operate grinding and finishing equipment and inspect quality components to produce precision parts that support customers across the paper industry.

The role involves setting up, programming, and running basic CNC machinery, reading blueprints, and maintaining production equipment. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement.