CNC Mill Set up Operator - 3rd shift

United-Gear-and-Assembly

Hudson (WI)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

5 hours ago
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Benefits program

Job summary

United Gear and Assembly, located in Hudson, WI, is seeking a CNC Mill Setup Operator for the 3rd shift. The role requires reading process sheets and blueprints, setting up mills, and ensuring precise gear machining with standard quality checks.

A strong mechanical aptitude and stable work history are essential. The company offers a retention bonus of $2,000, immediate hiring, and a benefits package including 401k matching and paid time off.

Qualifications

  • Reads process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining requirements.
  • Inspects first-run piece and performs spot checks for conformance using gauges.
  • Documents measurement results as required by Quality Documents and SPC.

Responsibilities

  • Operates and/or sets up Mills for production on 3rd shift.
  • Compute offsets and machine settings based on process sheets.
  • Maintain cleanliness and perform preventive maintenance on machines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Stable work history
Good attendance
Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Milling

Job description

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CNC Mill Set up Operator - 3rd shift

Full Time United Gear and Assembly, Hudson, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1366

* $2,000 retention bonus *

* Hiring Immediately *

United Gear & Assembly offers:

* Benefits program active 1st of the month following your start date

* 401k program with 4% company contribution

* Company paid short term disability with elective long term disability

* Company paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available

* 40 hours paid vacation after 6 months

* 10 paid holidays

*Profit sharing plan

United Gear and Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to various global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based out of Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with a broad range of capabilities encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating and Assembly. With a reputation built on satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customers needs and a competitive position in the global market, UGA has become a world-class supplier to the industry. United Gear & Assembly is ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and we combine our engineering expertise, industry and application knowledge with design and process collaboration, to bring our customers high quality, cost effective solutions, delivered on time.

CNC Machinist Mill Setup Operator

We are looking for individuals with a stable work history, mechanical aptitude, good attendance and punctuality and an eagerness to learn a new skill and grow with our company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WE WILL MENTOR YOU FOR:

  • Operates and/or setup and operates Mills.
  • Reads process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.
  • Mounts work piece between centers, in chuck, or to faceplate, manually or using hoist. Clamps work piece in fixture or onto an arbor.
  • Installs preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic-tool-change magazine, in sequence specified on process sheet.
  • Depresses buttons, toggles, and starts machining operation.
  • Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts.
  • Turns dials and switches to correct machine performance, applying practical knowledge of general machine operation.
  • Inspects first-run piece and spot-checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications, using specified measuring instruments.
  • Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run to shorten changeover time.
  • May set tools before positioning them in machine, using precision gauges and instruments.
  • Monitors tools during the production process.
  • Verifies conformance of machined gears to specifications, using micrometers, height stand, caliper, and other quality gauges as required.
  • Compute and make offsets, such as gear dimensions and machine settings, applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
  • May set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles.
  • Documents measurement results as required by Quality Documents
  • Performs SPC as required.
  • Completes quality and safety daily operator check sheets
  • Perform preventive maintenance on machine and maintain cleanliness of work area.
  • Completes “Daily Operator Checklist” at the beginning of each shift
  • Additional duties as assigned

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Computer literate with the ability to learn and work statistical and manufacturing Software applications. Duties require verbal and written communication skills.

Microsoft Office Professional, Word, Excel, statistical and manufacturer software a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2 degree program.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Communication, Problem Solving, Analytical Ability, Interpersonal and Dexterity Skills are important qualities for a Successful Job Performance.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Intermediate arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2 year degree program.

* $2,000 retention bonus *

* Hiring Immediately *

United Gear & Assembly offers:

* Benefits program active 1st of the month following your start date

* 401k program with 4% company contribution

* Company paid short term disability with elective long term disability

* Company paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available

* 40 hours paid vacation after 6 months

* 10 paid holidays

*Profit sharing plan

United Gear and Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to various global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based out of Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with a broad range of capabilities encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating and Assembly. With a reputation built on satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customers needs and a competitive position in the global market, UGA has become a world-class supplier to the industry. United Gear & Assembly is ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and we combine our engineering expertise, industry and application knowledge with design and process collaboration, to bring our customers high quality, cost effective solutions, delivered on time.

CNC Machinist Mill Setup Operator

We are looking for individuals with a stable work history, mechanical aptitude, good attendance and punctuality and an eagerness to learn a new skill and grow with our company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WE WILL MENTOR YOU FOR:

  • Operates and/or setup and operates Mills.
  • Reads process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.
  • Mounts work piece between centers, in chuck, or to faceplate, manually or using hoist. Clamps work piece in fixture or onto an arbor.
  • Installs preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or indexing heads, and automatic-tool-change magazine, in sequence specified on process sheet.
  • Depresses buttons, toggles, and starts machining operation.
  • Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts.
  • Turns dials and switches to correct machine performance, applying practical knowledge of general machine operation.
  • Inspects first-run piece and spot-checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications, using specified measuring instruments.
  • Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run to shorten changeover time.
  • May set tools before positioning them in machine, using precision gauges and instruments.
  • Monitors tools during the production process.
  • Verifies conformance of machined gears to specifications, using micrometers, height stand, caliper, and other quality gauges as required.
  • Compute and make offsets, such as gear dimensions and machine settings, applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
  • May set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles.
  • Documents measurement results as required by Quality Documents
  • Performs SPC as required.
  • Completes quality and safety daily operator check sheets
  • Perform preventive maintenance on machine and maintain cleanliness of work area.
  • Completes “Daily Operator Checklist” at the beginning of each shift
  • Additional duties as assigned

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Computer literate with the ability to learn and work statistical and manufacturing Software applications. Duties require verbal and written communication skills.

Microsoft Office Professional, Word, Excel, statistical and manufacturer software a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2 degree program.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Communication, Problem Solving, Analytical Ability, Interpersonal and Dexterity Skills are important qualities for a Successful Job Performance.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Intermediate arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2 year degree program.

Sunday through Thursday
10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Shift differential is $4.00 per hour additional
Candidate would need to be able to train on 1st shift.

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