CNC Machinist - Weekend Shift

Vortakt; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will efficiently operate a cell of CNC machines, ensuring high precision and quality in the production of workpieces for the firearms industry. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining production standards and quality inspection in a bright, temperature-controlled environment. If you are detail-oriented and possess strong mechanical skills, this opportunity offers a chance to work with updated technology and make a significant impact in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machine operation experience required.
• Must be mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and monitor performance and quality.
• Perform machine setup, tool changes, and quality checks.

Skills

CNC Machining

Quality Inspection

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lathe Equipment

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The CNC machinist will work efficiently within a cell of three machines to run production of a variety of high precision, high-quality workpieces as well as setup and run lathe equipment 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 CNC machine operator is responsible for consistency in production, quality inspection and cell maintenance.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates equipment efficiently, monitoring machine performance and workpiece quality to ensure specifications and production rates are being met.


• Utilizing documentation, selects appropriate tooling, gauging and supplies to prepare the cell for production


• Performs machine setup and tool changes when needed


• 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 3+ year 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 required

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 (12 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.