Machinist - 1st Shift

Instrument Development Co; Town of Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Instrument Development Company in Mukwonago, WI is seeking a Machinist-Level 2. Under supervision you will begin to set-up with instruction and learn basic 3-axis programs; draw a part in CAD.

You will read refractometer readings, load programs, adjust tool offsets, edit feed rates for SFM, and interpret blueprints per routing. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and following procedures. This is a full-time, first-shift position with hands-on training and paperwork completion.

Qualifications

• Able to perform Machinist-Level 2 duties.
• Ability to set up and adjust work holding devises.
• Reading and interpreting blueprint specifications per routing.
• Strong GD&T reading and interpretation skills.
• Solid understanding of industrial math.

Responsibilities

• Read refractometer to maintain proper concentration and coolant levels.
• Load a program and establish work holding positions; make minor edits.
• Edit tool feed rates to set SFM and chip loads.
• Read, interpret, and understand blueprint specifications per MOM routing.
• Follow quality, safety procedures and complete paperwork.

Skills

Machinist-Level 2 duties

Tool setup

Blueprint reading

GD&T reading

Industrial math

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Instrument Development Company - Mukwonago, WI 53149Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Shift: First Shift

Summary:

Under the supervision of the Team Leader and General Manager. The machinist will begin to set-up with proper instruction and learn basic 3-axis programs; draw a part in CAD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read refractometer to maintain proper concentration and coolant levels.
• In addition to setting tools and making offsets in tool page, load a program and establish work holding positions and make minor program edits.
• Edit individual tool feed rates to establish SFM (Surface Feet per Minute) and related chip loads.
• Read, interpret, and understand blueprint specifications to methods of manufacturing (MOM) per routing.
• Identify when to replace dull tooling before catastrophic failure.
• Complete any and all paperwork as required; Job Traveler, VISTA, etc.
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Comply with all quality and safety regulations and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must meet be able to perform all the duties and responsibilities of Machinist-Level 2.
• Ability to set-up and adjust work holding devises.
• General understanding machine types and their applications.
• Ability to understand and comprehend industrial math.
• Strong knowledge of technical GD&T drawing and reading skills.
• Ability to understand quality standards and gauging.
• Basic understanding of hard gauging checks on granite table.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to stand 100% of workday and occasionally bend or twist.