CNC Setup Operator -1st Shift

Midland Plastics, Inc.; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k) Match

Fitness Reimbursement

Team events

Family environment

Job summary

Midland Plastics, Inc. is seeking a CNC Set Up Operator to fabricate plastic parts by setting up CNC machines, interpreting blueprints, and applying precise tooling offsets. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-time production.

The ideal candidate has experience in CNC operation and setup, reads blueprints, and can lift up to 55 lbs as needed. Join a team focused on continuous improvement and high-quality outputs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years minimum CNC operation experience.
• 1 year minimum CNC setup experience with basic knowledge of G&M code.
• Experience adjusting tool offsets.
• Experience with measuring tools such as gauging equipment.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines.
• Review blueprints and set-up sheets to make parts according to customer specifications.
• Make adjustments and tooling offsets as needed.
• Determine most efficient machine operation methods to maximize productivity and collaborate with Continuous Improvement leaders.
• Perform first article inspections and collaborate with Quality Control to ensure high quality parts are produced.
• Utilize gauging equipment to check parts and properly set up area near machine.
• Load and unload material using safe lifting practices.
• Comply with all workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulations (OSHA, local, and company-specific).

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC operation experience

CNC setup experience

Tool offset adjustments

Gaging equipment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

G&M code

Gaging equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Purpose: The CNC Set Up Operator is responsible for the fabrication of plastic products, applying knowledge of plastic to setups, cutting techniques, using precision instruments, hand tools, machines and equipment in order to produce parts on time and according to customer and production standards.

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines
• Review blueprints and set-up sheets to make parts according to customer specifications
• Make adjustments and tooling offsets as needed
• Determine most efficient machine operation methods to maximize productivity and collaborate with Continuous Improvement leaders
• Perform first article inspections and collaborates with Quality Control to ensure high quality parts are produced
• Utilize gauging equipment to check parts and properly set up area near machine.
• Load and unload material using safe lifting practices
• Comply with all workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulations (OSHA, local, and company-specific)

Date Posted: August 6, 2026

Location: New Berlin, WI

Overview

Job Purpose: The CNC Set Up Operator is responsible for the fabrication of plastic products, applying knowledge of plastic to setups, cutting techniques, using precision instruments, hand tools, machines and equipment in order to produce parts on time and according to customer and production standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines
• Review blueprints and set-up sheets to make parts according to customer specifications
• Make adjustments and tooling offsets as needed
• Determine most efficient machine operation methods to maximize productivity and collaborate with Continuous Improvement leaders
• Perform first article inspections and collaborates with Quality Control to ensure high quality parts are produced
• Utilize gauging equipment to check parts and properly set up area near machine.
• Load and unload material using safe lifting practices
• Comply with all workplace safety policies, procedures, and regulations (OSHA, local, and company-specific)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years minimum of related CNC operation experience
• 1 year minimum of CNC setup experience with basic knowledge of G&M code
• Experience in making adjustments to tool offsets
• Experienced with measuring tools such as gaging equipment.
• Able to read and understand blueprints
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. regularly

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance & Disability (Short & Long Term)
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Plans
• 401(k) with Competitive Company Match
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Engaging company culture with team events and a family focused environment.