Computer Numerical Control Machinist

Oculus Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Oculus Group in Wisconsin seeks experienced CNC Set-Up Machinists to run open-table VMCs, HMCs, and Horizontal Boring Mills in a low-volume, high-mix job shop. This hands-on role involves setting up, machining, and troubleshooting parts, with focus on weldments and precision.

Candidates should have 5+ years of CNC experience, strong blueprint reading with GD&T, and proficiency with Fanuc controls. You will optimize speeds and tooling, follow safety practices, and collaborate with the team to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a job shop or custom manufacturing environment.
• Experience independently setting up CNC machining centers (VMC, HMC, and/or Horizontal Boring Mills).
• Experience machining large weldments and performing complex setups.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T, with the ability to translate drawings into accurate setups and finished parts within required tolerances.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls preferred.
• Confident working with work offsets (G54, etc.) and multiple coordinate systems.
• Strong tooling selection, setup, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Set up and machine parts on CNC machining centers, including Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Horizontal Boring Mills.
• Use part probes, tool setters, indicators, and edge finders to ensure accurate setups.
• Apply work offsets (G54, etc.) and interpret/edit G and M codes to prove out programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD files to produce high-quality parts.
• Optimize speeds, feeds, and tooling to ensure part quality and maximize tool life.
• Operate Fanuc controls to run and adjust programs during machining.
• Select and adjust tooling for efficient material removal and repeatable results.
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and collaborate with team members as needed.
• Use appropriate inspection equipment to verify part conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow established safety practices and properly use required safety equipment.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

No formal education mention

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

1 opening on 2nd shift Monday - Friday 2pm-10pm ($3hr shift premium) and 1 opening on 3rd shift Sunday-Thursday 10pm-6am ($3hr shift premium)

(Need to have Tool & Die experience)

Description

We're hiring experienced CNC Set-Up Machinists with expertise in machining heavy weldments using open-table Vertical Machining Centers, Horizontal Machining Centers, and Horizontal Boring Mills. This role is responsible for independently setting up, machining, and troubleshooting in a low-volume, high-mix job shop environment. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives on variety and technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Set up and machine parts on CNC machining centers, including Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Horizontal Boring Mills.
• Use part probes, tool setters, indicators, and edge finders to ensure accurate setups.
• Apply work offsets (G54, etc.) and interpret/edit G and M codes to prove out programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD files to produce high-quality parts.
• Optimize speeds, feeds, and tooling to ensure part quality and maximize tool life.
• Operate Fanuc controls to run and adjust programs during machining.
• Select and adjust tooling for efficient material removal and repeatable results.
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and collaborate with team members as needed.
• Use appropriate inspection equipment to verify part conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow established safety practices and properly use required safety equipment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a job shop or custom manufacturing environment.
• Experience independently setting up CNC machining centers (VMC, HMC, and/or Horizontal Boring Mills).
• Experience machining large weldments and performing complex setups.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T, with the ability to translate drawings into accurate setups and finished parts within required tolerances.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls preferred.
• Confident working with work offsets (G54, etc.) and multiple coordinate systems.
• Strong tooling selection, setup, and troubleshooting skills.