Lead Machinist, CNC Precision & Mentoring

QPS Employment Group

Goerke's Corners (WI)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 73,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Machinist III in Wisconsin for a direct-hire opportunity. The role focuses on high-precision machining, interpreting blueprints, and setting up CNC and manual equipment.

You will create and modify CNC programs, verify with dry runs, and mentor junior machinists while supporting continuous improvement in quality and safety. Candidates should have 10+ years of machining experience, technical certification, and the ability to work on complex components to tight

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
10+ years machining and setup experience preferred.
Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Strong math and geometric tolerance skills.

Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specs to determine machining requirements, tolerances, and setup procedures
Measure and layout dimensions using precision instruments
Create, modify, optimize CNC programs both offline and at the machine
Run CNC program verification, dry runs, and process validation
Read machining code to identify errors and prevent defects
Set up and operate manual and CNC machines
Monitor operations and troubleshoot tooling/tooling issues
Train and mentor machinists and apprentices
Provide technical leadership