CNC Setup Operator 2nd Shift

Premier Aluminum, LLC; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four‑day workweek

Weekly pay

Shift premium

Job summary

Premier Aluminum, LLC is seeking a CNC Set-Up Operator for our 2nd shift in Racine, WI. Base pay starts at $28+ per hour, with a $1.50 per hour shift premium for the 2nd shift.

Work hours are 4pm–2am, Monday–Thursday, with weekly pay and a monthly safety/attendance bonus up to $250. The role involves setting up and operating CNC machines, reading drawings, selecting tooling, and mentoring other operators to meet precise tolerance and finish requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires general knowledge of machining fundamentals and basic operation skills, shop arithmetic, print reading and measuring procedures.
• On-the-job training of three to four years in applied machine shop experience.
• At least one year of CNC Setup
• Must be proficient with Fanuc controls
• Must be able to understand and edit basic programs.

Responsibilities

• Setup equipment and fixtures in machining center for other operators
• Select proper tooling
• Manually program short runs/special jobs
• Instruct operators on procedures and methods
• Make periodic operation checks to assure proper machining operations
• Diagnose troubles and make adjustments
• Work from drawings, process sheets, etc.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Machining fundamentals

Print reading

Measuring procedures

CNC setup experience

Fanuc controls

Basic programming editing

Job description

Description

We're looking for a CNC Setup Operator to join our 2nd shift crew! Be a part of a great environment where you can expect to grow and build a successful Career! Bring your skills to a team that values precision, craftsmanship, and people who take pride in what they do.

Wages and Hours

• Base Pay: $28+, based on relevant experience
• Work Hours: 4pm - 2am, Monday - Thursday
• Shift Premium Dollars: $1.50 per hour worked on 2nd shift
• Monthly Bonus Opportunity: earn up to $250 monthly safety and attendance bonus

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here

• Four-day workweek (Monday-Thursday)
• Stable company with long-term employees
• Supportive team environment
• Safety-focused culture
• Weekly pay

Primary Functions

Set-up, check routine programs and operate CNC machines to perform a standard series of progressive machining operations to meet precise tolerance/finish requirements. Instruct other operators on the job requirements.

Duties

• Setup equipment and fixtures in machining center for other operators
• Select proper tooling
• Manually program short runs/special jobs
• Instruct operators on procedures and methods
• Make periodic operation checks to assure proper machining operations
• Diagnose troubles and make adjustments
• Work from drawings, process sheets, etc.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position require continuous standing and intermittent walking, bending, sitting, and lifting of parts that may at times be in excess of 50 pounds. The CNC Set-Up Operator should have the physical and mental ability to perform the above necessary job functions while maintaining an exemplary safety record.

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Requires general knowledge of machining fundamentals and basic operation skills, shop arithmetic, print reading and measuring procedures.
• On-the-job training of three to four years in applied machine shop experience.
• At least one year of CNC Setup
• Must be proficient with Fanuc controls
• Must be able to understand and edit basic programs.

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