Machine Operator (CNC)

Waupaca Foundry; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, a leading iron casting producer in North America, is seeking a CNC Machinist to program, set up, and operate manual and CNC machines. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to 6S standards.

You will read engineering drawings, GD&T, and tooling, plan machining steps, and document work history. We value problem solving, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–10 years CNC Machining experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of GD&T and reading prints.

Responsibilities

• Plan machining processes by studying work orders, drawings, and GD&T.
• Program mills and lathes, set tool offsets and speeds.
• Operate overhead hoists and forklifts for material handling.
• Maintain safety and quality standards.
• Provide process improvements and train colleagues.
• Keep records of work history and equipment maintenance.
• Support weekend one shift and on-call as needed.

Skills

GD&T understanding

Read engineering drawings

Mathematical reasoning

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Why Waupaca Foundry?

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide.

Why Waupaca Foundry?

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide.

Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.

Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

Cast Your Own Future.

More information is available on our website www.waupacafoundry.com

CNC Machinist

Role

Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating both manual and computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools.

Maintains quality and safety standards, keeps work history records, maintains equipment and supplies, complies with all 6S standards, supports one weekend a month and available to support call-ins.

Responsibilities

• Plans machining process by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
• Programs mills and lathes, including zero and reference points; setting tool offsets, tool compensation, and; calculating speed and feeds, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Use of overhead hoists and fork truck for material movement.
• Provide suggested preventative measures, to ensure inherent and robust machine capability.
• Responsible for making recommendations in regard to process improvements as well as new technology.
• Train personnel as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent.
• Preferred 3-10 years of related experience and/or training in CNC Machining.

Qualifications

• Understanding of work holding, collets, and tooling.
• Ability to read engineering prints and understanding of GD&T.
• Machining of various materials such as steel, stainless, tool steel and plastic.
• Conversational programming and understanding of G & M code.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Employ critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• 6S Lean initiative work environment.

Benefits

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• 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 consideration 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.