CNC Operator 1st Shift

Premier Aluminum; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Monthly employee events

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Job summary

Premier Aluminum, LLC is seeking a CNC Operator to join our Wisconsin team on the 1st shift. The role involves operating CNC equipment, performing standard machining operations, and ensuring tight tolerances with attention to quality and safety.

Expect a base pay of $20–$24 per hour, with a $250 monthly attendance/safety bonus and a 90-day performance review for possible pay increases. Work hours are 6am–4pm, Monday through Thursday, with a competitive benefits package and monthly employee

Qualifications

• Machining fundamentals and basic operation skills.
• Shop arithmetic.
• Print reading and measuring procedures.
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic, cooperative and positive behavior.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong awareness to surrounding and commitment to safety in a foundry environment.

Responsibilities

• Following detailed instructions, operates CNC and other machines to perform standard and repetitive sequences of operations where programs are proved and setups made and maintained by others
• Drilling, boring, milling, turning and balancing, as required
• Working from detailed process instructions
• Using precision measuring instruments or limit gauges to check machine positioning
• Inspecting your own work for quality
• Meeting rate for each part, while maintaining quality
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Taking responsibility for equipment care and basic maintenance
• Assisting other operators as needed
• Recognizing own capabilities and taking initiative to continually improve
• Performing other duties as assigned

Skills

Machining basics

Shop arithmetic

Print reading

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attendance reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Description

We're looking for CNC Operators to join our team here at Premier Aluminum! Our machining team has many experienced operators and a manager who wants to see you grow, develop and become the best version of yourself. If you have good attention to detail, and value producing product to the highest quality - Apply to be a CNC Operator on 1st shift today!

Wages and Hours

• Base Pay: $20- $24, based on relevant experience
• Work Hours: 6am - 4pm
• Work Days: Monday - Thursday
• Eligible for $250 monthly bonus based on attendance and safety
• 90 Day review with opportunity for pay increase (based on performance)
• Competitive benefits package
• Monthly employee events
• Premier Aluminum is an E-Verify employer

Primary Functions

As a CNC Operator, you will be Producing machined parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine, performing a standard series of progressive machining operations to close and exacting tolerances. Changes tools and assists with or performs standard set‑ups.

Duties and Overall Responsibilities

• Following detailed instructions, operates CNC and other machines to perform standard and repetitive sequences of operations where programs are proved and setups made and maintained by others
• Drilling, boring, milling, turning and balancing, as required
• Working from detailed process instructions
• Using precision measuring instruments or limit gauges to check machine positioning
• Inspecting your own work for quality
• Meeting rate for each part, while maintaining quality
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Taking responsibility for equipment care and basic maintenance
• Assisting other operators as needed
• Recognizing own capabilities and taking initiative to continually improve
• Performing other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position require continuous standing and intermittent walking, bending, sitting, pushing/pulling and lifting of parts that may at times be in excess of 50 pounds. The CNC Operator should have the physical and mental ability to perform the above necessary job functions while maintaining an exemplary safety record.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Machining fundamentals and basic operation skills
• Shop arithmetic
• Print reading and measuring procedures
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Enthusiastic, cooperative and positive behavior
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
• Strong awareness to surrounding and commitment to safety in a foundry environment
• Enthusiastic, cooperative and positive behavior

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of previous manufacturing experience to ensure familiarity with industrial environments and safety practices
• Hands on CNC work in a manufacturing environment preferred

Premier Aluminum is an E-Verify employer.