CNC Machinist III (1st Shift)

Prototek Digital Manufacturing; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Career advancement

Flexible Schedule

PTO starting at 80 hours

Job summary

Prototek Digital Manufacturing in Menomonie, WI, is seeking a CNC Machinist III to join our precision machining team. The role involves programming, setting up, and running complex CNC jobs, designing fixtures, and mentoring junior machinists to optimize manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of advanced CNC experience, 5-axis machining familiarity, strong GD&T and print-reading skills, and hands-on CAM software (Fusion 360 or similar).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Machining Degree preferred.
• 5-7 years advanced CNC machining experience.
• 5-Axis Machining Experience strongly preferred.
• Strong GD&T, print reading, and material knowledge.
• Experience with Fusion 360 or comparable CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and run complex CNC jobs.
• Design fixtures and optimize machining strategies.
• Apply lathe and basic 5-axis machining concepts.
• Mentor junior machinists and share best practices.
• Support quoting and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

5-Axis Machining

CNC Machining

GD&T

Print Reading

CAM Programming

Education

High School Diploma

Machining Degree preferred

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

JOB TITLE

CNC Machinist III

PAY RANGE

$29.00 - 35.00

SHIFT

1st

SEE WHAT WE DO

https://youtu.be/kvuAbB4969E?si=MCg_01gD0C0BCG6-

QUICK SUMMARY

The CNC Machinist III is a senior-level machinist responsible for executing complex machining and programming work with minimal supervision. This role serves as a technical resource and mentor within the CNC department, supporting advanced jobs, process improvements, and continuous development of machining capabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program, set up, and run complex CNC jobs
• Design fixtures and optimize machining strategies
• Apply lathe and basic 5-axis machining concepts
• Mentor junior machinists and share best practices
• Support quoting and continuous improvement efforts

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma required; Machining Degree preferred
• 5 - 7years advanced CNC machining experience
• 5-Axis Machining Experience strongly preferred
• Strong GD&T, print reading, and material knowledge
• Experience with Fusion 360 or comparable CAM software

WHAT PROTOTEK OFFERS

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

WORK AUTHORIZATION WORDING

Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements – Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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