Machinist, 2nd shift

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift premium

Fridays off

Climate controlled facility

Free coffee

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a skilled CNC operator to set up and run vertical mills or CNC lathes, producing parts within tolerance. You will review orders, edit programs, and perform quality checks while logging data in the ERP system.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong blueprint reading, and adherence to safety and 5S practices in a climate-controlled facility with a 4-day work week.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating lathes or mills preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• NavigatethruCNC controls and read/edit G Code.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a vertical mill or CNC lathe to create parts within prints.
• Review work orders and blueprints; prepare setup instructions.
• Edit programs and offsets to keep parts within tolerance.
• Perform quality checks with hand tools; log results.
• Scan parts into Epicor and perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain 5S and a safe, clean work environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC controls

G-code reading/editing

Job description

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Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most.

Job Summary/Overview

This Position sets up and operates a vertical mill or CNC Lathe to create customized parts within tolerance of prints.

Work Schedule (4 day work week)!

Monday - Thursday

2:00pm - 12:30am

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews and organizes work orders and pulls set up instructions and blueprints from Epicor if applicable.


• Sets up appropriate programs to run the machine based on work orders and blueprints.May edit the programs and set up instructions.


• Proficient at setting up and running at least 2 of the machines in the department.


• Performs changeovers as needed, which often has manual aspects and requires attention to detail.


• Deburr finished parts using deburring wheel or other hand tools if necessary.


• Performs quality checks and measures finished parts using hand measurement tools to determine if they are within tolerance.


• Makes appropriate offsets and edits to the program when parts are not within tolerance.


• Scan parts into Epicor, log date and other details of the job.


• Performs basic preventative maintenance on machine.


• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and perform 5S tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

A teamplayer with excellent communication skills.

Strong mechanical aptitude and solid blueprint reading skills.

Ability to think abstractly to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.

Ability to be flexible and adjust priories to reflect changing needs or job demands.

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

2+ years experience operating lathes or mills preferred.

• High School Diploma.

NavigatethruCNC controls.

Readingand editingG Code

• Ability to lift/push/pull 40 lbs safely.

Compensation

Additional $2/hour for 2nd shift.

• 2nd shift off on Fridays


• Climate Controlled Facility


• Free coffee daily


• 11 paid holidays


• Vacation and sick time


• 401(k)


• Paid parental leave


• Tuition assistance


• Disability insurance

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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