Machine Operator Lead - CNC, Setup & QA

Staffing Support Specialists; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Support Specialists in Mequon, WI is hiring a Machine Operator I to run drill presses, lathes, mills and CNCs, perform setups, and guarantee part quality.

You will train and assist other operators, troubleshoot machining issues, uphold ISO/6S standards, and maintain a safe, organized work area while meeting production goals.

Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills are required, with experience using basic inspection devices.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to train and inspect the work of other operators.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make programming changes.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups and fixture changeovers, including use of indicators and optical tool setters, with little or no assistance.
• Make programming changes as required.
• Coordinate with management and operators to disposition scrap within Syteline.
• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues and work with maintenance, manufacturing engineering, production control, and external resources as needed.
• May assign work to other operators and inspect work for quality with minimal supervision.
• Train and assist other operators with setups, startups, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously as required.
• Facilitate machine changeovers and setups; validate correct CNC programs and fixturing for parts machining.
• May operate CMM at company discretion.
• Start-up machines, including operator PM procedures, and perform tooling adjustments and offset changes as required.
• Abl e to set tools as required.
• Load parts and operate machines safely and properly following established operating procedures, work instructions, or direction from the supervisor or lead.
• Verify parts meet print specifications and check frequently or per work instructions throughout the shift; adjust offsets as required or obtain assistance as needed to maintain nominal dimensions.
• Replace worn or broken tooling and record changes in tool history.
• Shut down and report any process that is not operating properly to the supervisor or lead.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections, including routine inspections using visual checks or measuring devices (e.g., micrometers, calipers).
• Visually inspect parts for chips, burrs, cleanliness, broken tooling, defective paint, and porosity.
• Complete scrap tags, mark defective areas of parts, and forward to the supervisor or lead for disposition.
• Maintain quality of work through inspection, testing, and adherence to inspection work instructions; notify the supervisor or lead of any nonconformities and document as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by following 6S procedures.
• Follow all ISO procedures and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Consistently demonstrate professional behavior (e.g., respectful, cooperative, trustworthy, willing to assist others, and take ownership in problem solving).

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Program changes

Machining setups

Low scrap

Blueprint reading

Multi-machine operations

CMM operation

Troubleshooting

Reading instructions

Arithmetic

Physical endurance

Quality defects

Documentation

Shift communication

Job description

Staffing Support Specialists in Mequon, WI is hiring a Machine Operator I to run drill presses, lathes, mills and CNCs, perform setups, and guarantee part quality.

You will train and assist other operators, troubleshoot machining issues, uphold ISO/6S standards, and maintain a safe, organized work area while meeting production goals.

Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills are required, with experience using basic inspection devices.