CNC Multi-Axis Lathe Setup Machinist – 1st Shift

Northern Gear and Machining; Muskego (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Northern Gear & Machining in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced CNC Multi-Axis Twin Turret Lathe Setup/Nakamura Machinist to join the 1st shift. The role emphasizes precise gauging, tooling changes, and safe, ISO-compliant manufacturing practices.

You will read blueprints, troubleshoot machines, and work in a team under the shift supervisor to ensure quality and on-time delivery. Candidates must have strong math and reading skills and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience

Responsibilities

• Proficient with gauging and understanding blueprints
• Ability to change tooling and inserts
• Proficient operating multiple machines, high productivity
• Troubleshoot as needed
• Read frequencies and follow processes
• Work safely in a manufacturing environment
• Be accountable for product going to customer and ISO standards
• Good communication skills
• Strong math and reading skills
• Dependable with transportation

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tooling changes

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Math and reading

Team communication

Dependability

Job description

Northern Gear & Machining in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced CNC Multi-Axis Twin Turret Lathe Setup/Nakamura Machinist to join the 1st shift. The role emphasizes precise gauging, tooling changes, and safe, ISO-compliant manufacturing practices.

You will read blueprints, troubleshoot machines, and work in a team under the shift supervisor to ensure quality and on-time delivery. Candidates must have strong math and reading skills and reliable transportation.