Machinist CNC

Hydraulic Service & Manufacturing, Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist. This role involves operating CNC machines to create precision parts and ensuring quality control by inspecting components for defects. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience, be proficient in blueprint reading, and possess strong mathematical skills. A high school diploma is required, and vocational training or apprenticeship experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as machinist.
• 3-5 years of experience in CNC machines operation.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Read blueprints and DXF files.
• Knowledge of metals and materials.
• Strong math and analytical abilities.
• Positive attitude and reliability.
• Vocational training or apprenticeship is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts for defects and make necessary repairs.
• Operate machine tools to fabricate metal parts.
• Read blueprints for machining requirements.
• Use machine tools to size hydraulic cylinder components.
• Set up CNC equipment and adjust programs for accuracy.
• Measure materials to ensure conformance to specs.
• Read drawings to determine cutting parameters and times.
• Machined parts from raw materials using manual machines as needed.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint reading

Mathematical skills

Math & analytical skills

Positive attitude

ProtoTRAK knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or apprenticeship

Tools

Proto Trak software

Job description

Description

CNC Machinist will be required to perform multiple tasks:

• Inspecting parts for defects or flaws, such as scratches or dents, and making any necessary repairs
• Operating machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, and shapers to fabricate metal parts
• Reading blueprints or engineering drawings and making operating notes regarding machining requirements
• Using Machine tools to make larger hydraulic cylinder shafts and barrels, glands, and pistons materials to size using saws, files, chisels, and other tools.
• Operating computer-controlled equipment to make precision parts for machinery, hydraulic equipment, industrial equipment, aerospace components, electronics, and other applications
• Selecting the proper cutting tool for each application and setting up machinery for optimal performance
• Inspecting and measuring materials to ensure conformance with specifications
• Reading drawings to determine cutting parameters, tool requirements, and machining time estimates
• Operating manual lathes and milling machines to machine parts from raw materials

Requirements

• Proven experience as machinist
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in operating CNC machines in a metal working environment
• Set up and program adjustment ability a must
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and DXF files
• Knowledge of the properties of metals and other materials
• Good at math with analytical abilities
• Positive attitude.
• Knowledge of Proto Trak software a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset