Direct Hire Mill Machinist- Hurco (1st Shift)

Behm Consulting LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Paper Machinery Corporation is seeking an experienced Hurco Mill Operator to join our precision machine shop. The role requires proficiency in operating Hurco vertical and horizontal mills in a low-volume, high-precision environment and a solid understanding of GD&T and basic G/M code programming.

Candidates should read and interpret drawings, set up tooling, use calipers and micrometers for inspection, and validate first-piece parts while applying proper fixturing for repeatability.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills in a precision machining environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings with GD&T.
• Conversational G&M code programming.
• Strong measuring and inspection skills.
• Familiarity with fixturing, tooling and shop math.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings with a solid grasp of GD&T.
• Operate vertical and horizontal Hurco CNC mills; change and manage tooling.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools.
• Apply proper fixturing and work holding for accuracy and repeatability.
• Debug new programs and perform first-piece validation checks.
• Maintain high-quality standards through machining fundamentals.

Skills

GD&T

G/M code

CNC Milling

Measuring & Inspection

Fixturing & Workholding

Tools

Hurco CNC Mills

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

**Direct Hire Position

Paper Machinery Corporation (PMC) is a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced paperboard cup and container forming equipment, helping customers around the world produce high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions. For more than 70 years, PMC has built its reputation on engineering excellence, innovation, and exceptional customer support, serving some of the world's most recognized foodservice and consumer packaging brands. With a commitment to quality, advanced manufacturing, and continuous improvement, PMC offers employees the opportunity to build rewarding careers while making a meaningful impact. Behm Consulting, LLC is proud to partner with Paper Machinery Corporation in the search for talented professionals who are ready to grow with an innovative and respected global manufacturer.

Job Overview:

Paper Machinery Corporation is currently seeking an experienced Hurco Mill Operator to join our skilled machine shop team. This position is ideal for candidates who are proficient in operating vertical or horizontal Hurco mills in a high-precision, low-volume environment. Candidates must understand engineering drawings, GD&T, fixturing techniques, and basic G/M code programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings with a solid grasp of GD&T.
• Operate vertical and horizontal (Hurco) CNC mills; change and manage tooling.
• Use non-programmable measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) for inspection.
• Implement proper fixturing and work holding for accuracy and repeatability.
• Debug new programs and perform first-piece validation checks.
• Apply strong machining fundamentals to maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience operating CNC mills in a precision machining environment.
• Understanding of G and M Code programming.
• Conversational programming required.
• Strong measuring and inspection skills.
• Familiarity with fixturing, tooling, and shop math.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Paper Machinery Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.