CNC Machinist: Precision Setup & Multi‑Machine Ops

Messer Cutting Systems Inc; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Cutting Systems Inc in the United States is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate a variety of numerically controlled machines, including vertical CNCs, horizontal lathes, and manual machining centers.

You will work with Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controls, select tooling, calculate speeds and feeds, verify dimensions, and train other operators. A strong background in blueprints, measurements, and precision is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read basic blueprints and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment.
• Mathematical skills including geometric, algebraic and trigonometric calculations.
• Must be able to perform metric conversions.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as height gauges or verniers.
• Understanding of metal-cutting applications and machine practices.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate vertical CNC, Horizontal Lathes, and Manual Machining Centers.
• Operate Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controlled machines.
• Maintain required tooling and fixtures.
• Establish indexing sequences, speeds and feeds.
• Edit program or make modifications for CNC operations in absence of programmer.
• Supply information to correct, update, initiate setup sheets, tooling sheets and programs.
• Work with programmers on process and programs prove out.
• Recognize operating irregularities, make necessary adjustments.
• Plan and determine setup procedures and operating sequences on various machines.
• Select tooling, attachments, spindle speeds, tool feed rates, workpiece securing methods.
• Check work to assure dimensional conformance to specifications.
• Work from complex and involved drawings and specifications.
• Use precision instruments and devices to setup, check and perform work.
• Instruct or train other operators as requested.
• Diagnose and rectify tooling and/or machining difficulties with minimum assistance.
• Recommend method changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Assists in keeping facility and equipment clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.
• Comply with all established policy and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Organization

Mathematics

Measuring tools

Metric conversions

Machine practices

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNC machining certificate

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Okuma

Job description

Messer Cutting Systems Inc in the United States is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate a variety of numerically controlled machines, including vertical CNCs, horizontal lathes, and manual machining centers.

You will work with Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controls, select tooling, calculate speeds and feeds, verify dimensions, and train other operators. A strong background in blueprints, measurements, and precision is essential.