CNC Set-Up Machinist

Mill-Creek-Machining; Paullina (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Weekly attendance bonus

Climate-controlled shop

Training to advance skills

Job summary

Mill Creek Machining in Paullina, IA is seeking CNC Set-Up Technicians to join their team in a climate-controlled shop.

Hours are dayshift, Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with pay of $28–$31 per hour DOE and a weekly attendance bonus when all scheduled hours are worked. Training to advance your skills is provided to help you grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with complete CNC machine setups in precision manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet schedules.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines for production.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Adjust offsets and cutting parameters to maintain quality.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production challenges.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Maintain equipment, work areas, and safety standards.
• Communicate process improvements and technical recommendations.

Skills

CNC setup

Blueprint interpretation

Inspection

Troubleshooting

Process improvements

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC controllers

Job description

Utilize your machinist skills to your full potential in a climate-controlled shop! Crafting precision components used globally even by the U.S. Military! Jump on this opportunity for Comprehensive Benefits, Quarterly Bonuses, and training to advance your skills and take your career to the next level.

Mill Creek Machining is seeking CNC Set-Up Technicians to join their team in Paullina, IA.

Hours: Dayshift: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $28-$31 DOE
A weekly attendance bonus will be added to each pay period when all scheduled hours are worked*

*Our machine shop is 100% climate controlled*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete setup and operation of CNC machines
• Assist inimprovingmachining processes
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
• Adjust machine offsets and cutting parameters to maintain quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production challenges
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Maintain quality, safety, and productivity standards
• Communicate process improvements and technical recommendations
• Maintain equipment and work areas

What we're looking for

• Extensive experience performing complete CNC machine setups in a precision manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success developing machining processes, selecting tooling, and implementing workholding solutions
• Ability to independently evaluate jobs and determine efficient machining strategies with minimal supervision
• Experience machining complex components that require critical thinking, creativity, and sound machining judgment
• Proven track record of producing high‑quality work while meeting demanding schedules and customer expectations
• Strong commitment to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and professional excellence
• Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment

Benefits and Perks

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, a competitive pay rate,accrued vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and life/AD&D insurance.

We are a drug‑free workplace / Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.