CNC Turning Engineer–Operator (Mazak/Haas)

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 6%

Medical plan 90% premiums covered

Generous PTO & US holidays

Casual dress code

Onsite HR & IT support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Blast Cleaning Technologies (BCT) is seeking an experienced CNC turning professional to own the full turning process—from programming to production—so every part leaves the spindle to print.

You will write clean Mastercam or G/M code, engineer fixturing, set tools and offsets, and optimize feeds and speeds to maximize quality and tool life. Join a Made in America team at our West Allis site and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years programming (Mastercam or longhand) and 4+ years setting up/operating CNC lathes and mills.
• Manufacturing experience; foundry familiarity is a bonus.
• Confident reading drawings and laying out features from prints.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-attentive; proficient with computers.

Responsibilities

• Author clean, efficient programs in Mastercam or longhand G/M code.
• Engineer fixturing and setups that maximize accuracy and throughput.
• Set tools, align workpieces, establish offsets, and validate sequences.
• Calculate feeds/speeds and optimize cut parameters for quality and tool life.
• Run parts to print, measure with advanced inspection tools, and verify before inspection.
• Maintain equipment, change tooling, and stop machines to resolve issues fast.
• Contribute to BCT’s culture and core values—share ideas, improve processes, elevate standards.
• As our business evolves, responsibilities may expand to match opportunity and demand.

Skills

CNC programming

Mastercam

G/M code

Fixturing

Setup experience

Measuring instruments

Reading prints

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mazak lathe

Haas lathe

5-axis turning

Fanuc controls

Mastercam CAM

Job description

Build American-made precision with BCT

At Blast Cleaning Technologies (BCT), we don’t just make components—we advance the future of shot blast equipment. If you’re driven to craft accurate parts from concept to completion, we want you on our turning team.

Immediate value add: $4.00 shift premium

Your mission

Own the complete CNC turning process—programming, setup, and production—so every part leaves the spindle meeting print, every time.

• Author clean, efficient programs in Mastercam or longhand G/M code.
• Engineer fixturing and setups that maximize accuracy and throughput.
• Set tools, align workpieces, establish offsets, and validate sequences.
• Calculate feeds/speeds and optimize cut parameters for quality and tool life.
• Run parts to print, measure with advanced inspection tools, and verify before inspection.
• Maintain equipment, change tooling, and stop machines to resolve issues fast.
• Contribute to BCT’s culture and core values—share ideas, improve processes, elevate standards.

As our business evolves, responsibilities may expand to match opportunity and demand.

What success looks like

• Programs and setups that run safely, repeatedly, and efficiently.
• First-article approvals achieved with minimal iteration.
• Clear documentation that enables smooth production runs.
• Proactive maintenance preventing downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years programming (Mastercam or longhand) and 4+ years setting up/operating CNC lathes and mills.
• Manufacturing experience; foundry familiarity is a bonus.
• Confident reading drawings and laying out features from prints.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-attentive; proficient with computers.

Machines and tech

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis): Mazak, Haas; exposure to 5‑axis turning.
• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC, Fanuc) and 5‑axis VMC (Fanuc).
• Mastercam for CAM; advanced inspection and gauging.
• Core skills: CNC tooling, setups/changeovers, G/M code, manual machining, troubleshooting, tape measure reading.

What you’ll gain

• Competitive compensation that recognizes skill and talent, plus a 401(k) match up to 6%.
• Medical plan: 90% of premiums covered by BCT, low deductibles, zero coinsurance, and robust networks.
• Time off: Generous PTO and many paid U.S. holidays.
• Work vibe: Casual dress, friendly team, free coffee & popcorn, and summer cookouts.
• Place & pride: Our historic West Allis site has over $2M in upgrades; everything we make is Made in America.
• Innovation and growth: We reinvest continuously—our advanced foundry is one proof point.
• Learn more, earn more: Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training.
• Leadership you can meet: Ethical, hardworking CEO who listens at every level.
• Second chance employer: Bring skill and work ethic—we’ll provide opportunity.
• Onsite HR & IT: Real support without a call center.
• Veteran support: We honor and back those who served.

Accessibility

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.