Machine Operator A, Cudahy

MicroPrecision inc.; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, experience-based wages

$2k Sign-On Bonus

$2k Referral Bonus

Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program

PTO accrual starts upon hire

Education Assistance – up to $5k per year

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% company match

Free coffee, fruit & ice cream

Job summary

MicroPrecision inc. in Cudahy, WI, is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator A for full-time employment. The successful candidate will operate HAAS and Okuma machines, produce precision parts, and ensure quality control. Responsibilities include modifying parts, inspecting outputs, and performing close tolerance machining. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and machine operation experience. Join a climate-controlled facility that values integrity with competitive benefits including a sign-on bonus, education assistance, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to read, write, hear and interpret documents and instructions from both verbal and written English.
• Ability to lift and carry of up to 50 pounds safely.
• Comply with all company, safety and quality policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools to produce precision parts.
• Inspect completed parts and calculate dimensions and tolerance using measuring instruments.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area and equipment.

Skills

Machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment

Familiar with machine tools and equipment

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Strong attention to detail

Tools

HAAS Vertical Mills

HAAS Lathes

Okuma Lathes

Job description

Machine Operator A / Cudahy

DESCRIPTION DATE: Mar 2026

Full-Time

Salary Range: $20-25 / hr

Shift Available: 1st shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

Machines you will work with:

• HAAS Vertical Mills
• HAAS Lathes
• Okuma Lathes

Position Purpose

Under direction from the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator A operates machines to manufacture a variety of standard parts and details to close tolerances and finish requirements.

Essential Functions

• Operate machine tools to produce precision parts
• Modify parts and materials to improve overall production
• Inspect completed parts
• Calculate dimensions and tolerance using measuring instruments
• Operate machine, observe operations, check dimensions and adjust as needed

Responsibilities

This list of responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management deems necessary. Employees are and will be held accountable for all duties of the job.

• May operate multiple machines
• Perform close tolerance machining operations such as centering, drilling, reaming, tapping, turning, milling, deburr at back side, file and/or sand
• Operations may vary with approval of supervisor to compensate for variations in material and machining operations
• Lubricate machines as needed with oil, grease and coolant
• Will work from drawings specifications and job layouts using a variety of measuring instruments
• Make machine and tool adjustments as needed
• Obtain and return tools as required
• Checks parts per specification and ensure proper forms are completed including part tags, process sheets and timecards
• Maintain and improve insert and tooling management
• May help and train other staff
• Must be quality conscious and continuously look for quality improvements

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiar with machine tools and equipment
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Exhibits the core values of integrity and accountability
• Maintain clean and orderly work area, including equipment, and perform all assignments in safe manner
• Demonstrates ability to read, write, hear and interpret documents and instructions from both verbal and written English
• Ability to lift and carry of up to 50 pounds safely
• Regularly required to sit, stand, stoop, crouch and kneel
• Vision requirements include (corrective and non) close range, distance, color, peripheral, depth and ability to adjust focus
• Comply with all company, safety and quality policies and procedures

Working Conditions

• Exposure to moderate noises
• Temperature variances
• Exposure to fumes, chemicals and airborne particles

Benefits & Perks of joining the MicroPrecision Family

• Competitive, experience‑based wages
• $2k Sign‑On Bonus
• $2k Referral Bonus
• Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Weekly
• Climate‑controlled facility
• PTO accrual begins upon hire – up to 3 weeks in first full year!
• 11 Holidays
• Education Assistance – up to $5k per year per employee
• Career Advancement – ongoing training & opportunity for internal growth
• Company lunches, annual pig roast
• Onsite no‑cost annual flu shots
• Tool Purchase Program
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement of up to $150 per year
• No‑cost Prescription Safety Glasses
• Uniform rental & laundry services available at low cost
• Summer Internships for local High School students & for employee’s kids
• State Certified Apprenticeship Program
• Casual work environment
• Free coffee, fruit & ice cream
• Benefits begin first of the month following 30 days
• Medical Plan
• Near site clinic with zero‑dollar health services, primary care, preventive care, walk‑in visits, labs, prescriptions
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% company match & 100% vested
• Immediately, pre‑tax & after‑tax options available
• Company paid Life Ins – equal to annual salary
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Dental Ins
• Vision Ins
• Flex Spending Plan
• Dependent Care Flex
• Critical Illness Ins
• Accident Ins
• Long Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Pet Ins
• Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program – no cost & confidential
• Travel Assistance
• Financial Planning Resources & onsite no‑cost Financial Advisor apt