Machine Operator

Waupaca Foundry; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacations/holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry is seeking a CNC/Robotics Technician to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot CNC machines, robots, and material handling systems. The role emphasizes quality checks, 6S, and strong safety performance in a manufacturing environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with machining experience preferred and a 3rd shift schedule (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM) on a 2-2-3 rotation, plus a $2/hour overnight differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Machining associate’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of CNC operating experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and mirror troubleshoot CNC machines/robots/material handling systems.
• Perform quality checks and 6S to maintain a safe, organized workplace.
• Follow blueprints and use micrometers/calipers/gages for inspection.
• Operate CNC equipment with offset adjustments and TPM checks.
• Assist in root cause analysis of safety, quality, and production issues.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Equipment troubleshooting

Troubleshooting skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machining associate's degree preferred

Job description

• Job Summary: **This position is responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and mirror troubleshooting of CNC machines/ robots/ material handling systems. The role will also be accountable for quality checks, 6S, and most importantly, exceeding safety expectations.
  

• Job Summary: **This position is responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and mirror troubleshooting of CNC machines/ robots/ material handling systems. The role will also be accountable for quality checks, 6S, and most importantly, exceeding safety expectations.
  

3rd Shift (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule. This position includes a $2.00/hour shift differential for overnight work.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe and organized workplace
• Confirm quality requirements of machined components using micrometers, calipers, and gages.
• Routine operation of CNC equipment (offset adjustment as required)
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and knowledge of metric system
• Periodic cutting tool replacement/ setup
• Ability to understand CMM reports
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose production issues
• Material movement utilizing electric pallet jack and forklift as needed
• Set up CNC equipment as required
• Ability to operate CMM as needed
• Perform routine maintenance checks (TPM)
• Perform cleaning of machines both internal and external
• Ability to participate in root cause analysis of safety, quality, and production issues
• This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purpose of the ADA.
  

**Education/ Experience Requirements: **

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Machining associate's degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience operating a computer numerical controlled machine preferred

Additional Skills

• Ability to use forklift, cranes, electrical pallet jacks, etc.
• Robot experience
• High level of attention to detail
• Knowledge of CNC methodology
• Understanding tolerance
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 30 Ilbs. continually and up to 50 Ilbs occasionally
• Ability to walk and/ or stand constantly throughout a shift
• Ability to frequently bend, stop, climb, etc.
  

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement
  

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Quality Inspection Experience
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Blueprint Reading