CNC Setup Operator

Krueger Bearings, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending 401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off, holiday pay, and employee birthday leave

Life and short-term disability insurance

Safe, clean, air-conditioned shop

Job summary

Krueger Bearings, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI is looking for skilled CNC machinists to set up and operate CNC machining centers and perform program edits. The role requires over 5 years of experience in a machine shop and demands reliability and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits include competitive pay with a 2nd shift premium, performance bonuses, health and dental insurance, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Join a safe and clean work environment with consistent work and optional overtime.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a job shop or machine shop.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to work every day.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think outside the box.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers.
• Execute one- or two-piece orders and larger runs (up to 10 pieces).
• Perform program edits directly on the machine.
• Maintain high quality and efficiency across multiple daily set-ups.

Skills

CNC machining

Problem-solving

Reliability

Quality maintenance

Job description

Job Overview

Krueger Bearings designs and manufactures bearings for many industrial applications, including naval vessels. We seek skilled CNC machinists to operate CNC machining centers, perform multiple set‑up runs a day, and edit programs on the machine.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers.
• Execute one- or two‑piece orders and larger runs (up to 10 pieces).
• Perform program edits directly on the machine.
• Maintain high quality and efficiency across multiple daily set‑ups.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a job shop or machine shop.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to work every day.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to "think outside the box."

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay including a 2nd shift premium.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Supplemental Aflac insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and employee birthday leave.
• Life and short‑term disability insurance.
• Safe, clean, air‑conditioned shop.

Benefits

We offer consistent work, no layoffs, and optional overtime (never mandatory).

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.