CNC Setup Operator

Saelens-Corporation; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Saelens-Corporation in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, is seeking a skilled CNC Setup Operator or Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our team. You will set up CNC machines, load materials, adjust tooling, and run trials for production.

The role emphasizes process support, equipment maintenance, quality control, and collaboration with engineers on automation projects, including programming assistance and robotics integration.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing processes or CNC machine setup.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and machining operations.
• Knowledge of robotic systems and automation technologies.
• Experience in programming and configuring robotic systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Technical certification or degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to manufacturing processes, troubleshooting, and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement process improvements.
• Perform routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Assist in the installation and setup of new machinery.
• Conduct inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis for quality‑related issues.
• Conduct in-process inspections to ensure machined parts meet quality standards.
• Make necessary adjustments to maintain product specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and process changes.
• Generate reports detailing process performance and improvements.
• Set up CNC machines for production runs based on job specifications.
• Load and unload materials, adjust tooling, and perform trial runs.
• Assist in the loading and editing of CNC programs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers for program optimization.
• Evaluate and select appropriate robotic technologies to meet project objectives.
• Select appropriate cutting tools and materials for CNC machining.
• Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines and tools.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

CNC machine setup

CNC programming

Robotics/automation

Programming robotics (plus)

Attention to detail

Reading drawings/specs

Communication & teamwork

Education

Technical certification or degree

Job description

About this position

CNC Setup Operator

Location: Johnson Creek, WI

Employment Type: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift available. Flexible, plus some weekends as needed.

Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

We are currently looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineering Technician or CNC Setup Operator to join our growing team. If you have hands‑on experience in manufacturing processes, CNC machine setup, and a strong technical aptitude, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Process Support:
  • Provide technical support to manufacturing processes, troubleshooting, and resolving issues.
  • Collaborate with engineers to implement process improvements.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Perform routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
  • Assist in the installation and setup of new machinery.
• Quality Control:
  • Conduct inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.
  • Participate in root cause analysis for quality‑related issues.
  • Conduct in-process inspections to ensure machined parts meet quality standards.
  • Make necessary adjustments to maintain product specifications.
• Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and process changes.
  • Generate reports detailing process performance and improvements.
• CNC Machine Setup:
  • Set up CNC machines for production runs based on job specifications.
  • Load and unload materials, adjust tooling, and perform trial runs.
• Programming Assistance:
  • Assist in the loading and editing of CNC programs.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers for program optimization.
  • Evaluate and select appropriate robotic technologies to meet project objectives.
• Tooling and Materials:
  • Select appropriate cutting tools and materials for CNC machining.
  • Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines and tools.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing processes or CNC machine setup.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and machining operations.
• Knowledge of robotic systems and automation technologies.
• Experience in programming and configuring robotic systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Technical certification or degree is preferred.

EOE

Salary Information

$28 - $33Hourly Wage