Days & Nights CNC Lathe Set Up Operator

QPS Employment Group; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Set Up Operator to join their dynamic team in Delavan. This role offers the chance to work with advanced CNC machinery, ensuring precision and quality in production. Ideal candidates will have a strong focus on safety and quality, with the ability to read blueprints and work collaboratively in a team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow their skills in a supportive workplace that values continuous improvement and employee development.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform setups on CNC machines with no more than 3 axes.
• Experience in quality control and using measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setups and adjust tools to maintain quality specifications.
• Comply with safety regulations and quality system requirements.

Skills

CNC Machine Setup

Blueprint Reading

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CNC Single Spindle Swiss Screw Machines

CNC Lathes

Measuring Devices

Job description

Position Title: CNC Lathe Set Up Operator

Wage: $25-$35/hour

Shift: Day, Night

Hours: (Day) Thursday-Saturday, alternating Wednesday 5am-5:30pm; (Night) Thursday-Saturday 5pm-5:30am

QPS Employment Group is hiring Days & Nights Shift CNC Set Up Machinist for a company in Delavan, WI. If you're looking for a great company to learn and grow with, this is your opportunity. Apply now!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Comply with all safety regulations
2. Comply with all Quality System requirements
3. Perform data entry tasks
4. Use a variety of measuring devices to inspect parts and verify conformance of work to specifications
5. Perform machine set ups for parts that require no more than 3 axes utilizing CNC Single Spindle Swiss Screw Machines and/or CNC Lathes
6. Adjust machine tools to maintain quality specifications
7. Sharpen and replace cutting tools as needed
8. Adjust or replace collets and bushings as needed
9. Replace raw material when needed to continue the manufacturing process
10. Separate chips from parts, wash parts, and count parts
11. Perform general preventive maintenance tasks on equipment
12. Begin to perform set ups on parts requiring more than 3 axes
13. Train other machinists to maintain or improve job skills
14. Contribute to continual improvement initiatives
15. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
16. Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required

Requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Demonstrate a quality and results-driven approach
3. Customer and company focused attitude
4. Effective communication skills
5. Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
6. Ability to read and understand blueprints, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
7. Ability to write standard documentation
8. Proficiency in using a computer for daily activities
9. Experience with set up tasks for parts requiring no more than 3 axes on CNC Single Spindle Swiss Screw Machines and/or CNC Lathes

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm with over 50 offices across the U.S., placing great people in various roles. Our services are free to job seekers, and we are an equal opportunity employer.