CNC Programmer/Operator

Wakefield Thermal; Town of Withee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Thermal, part of The Heico Companies, seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to program, set up and operate HAAS machines for precision parts. You will read blueprints and GD&T drawings, perform quality checks, and troubleshoot issues while maintaining high safety and efficiency standards.

Ideal candidates have proven CNC experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at our Wisconsin site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist with understanding of machining processes.
• Familiarity with programming CNC machines is essential.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical documents.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T requirements accurately.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate HAAS CNC machine to fabricate parts per specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Conduct regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform quality checks on finished products using basic math skills.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust during production.
• Collaborate with team to improve processes and productivity.

Skills

CNC Machinist

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Tools

CNC programming

Power tools

Job description

Wakefield Thermal is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. Wakefield Thermal is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets. Building on over four decades of leadership and experience, Wakefield Thermal designs, manufactures, and sells thermal management products that remove excess heat generated by electronic components.

Our Mission: Our businesses have made an all-encompassing commitment across all levels of the organization to never sacrifice safety. Deliver industry leading quality, and on-time delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. Position ourselves as a leader in the industry through technological advancements and supply chain excellence. Promote a culture of success and excellence through accountability, collaboration, engagement, and shared belief in our vision.

Note: This job description provides an outline of the essential functions and qualifications necessary for this position. It is not all inclusive and duties may change, be added or deleted according to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Program, Set up and operate HAAS CNC Machine, to fabricate parts according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) requirements..
• Conduct regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform quality checks on finished products using basic math skills to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make adjustments as needed during the production process.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance productivity.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist with a strong understanding of machining processes.
• Proficiency in using power tools and other machining equipment.
• Familiarity with programming CNC machines is essential
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read technical documents accurately.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to machining tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required to load, unload, and inspect parts and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Ability to visually inspect parts, interpret and read blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and use gauges, and measuring devices.
• Ability to distinguish colors, dimensions, and surface defects when performing quality inspections.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a fast-paced production setting while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Frequent interaction with machine tools, raw materials, and finished products.
• Compliance with all company safety policies, housekeeping requirements, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices.
• Required use of appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

EOE M/F/D/V

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services.

These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand-alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team.

Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

More information about the holding company and overall organization can be found at www.heicocompanies.com.