Multi-Spindle Machine Operator

Software Placement Group, SPG; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Skill development opportunities

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Multi-Spindle Machine Operator in Menomonee Falls, WI. The role requires hands-on setup, adjustment, and operation of multi-spindle lathes and automatic screw machines to produce precision metal components from stock.

Ideal candidates will read blueprints, inspect parts with precision tools, and troubleshoot equipment and tooling. On-site, full-time with overtime opportunities and room for greater technical responsibility as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience setting up, adjusting, and operating multi-spindle lathes / automatic screw machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and work to precise dimensions, tolerances, and tooling specifications.
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, and other inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-spindle automatic machining equipment.
• Read blueprints and work to dimensions, tolerances, and tooling specifications.
• Install and adjust collets, bushings, stock pushers, cams, gears, stops, and cutting tools.
• Establish and adjust speeds, feeds, tooling positions, and machine timing.
• Inspect first pieces and production parts using micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, and other inspection equipment.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and material issues.
• Change and maintain tooling and perform preventive maintenance.
• Produce quality precision metal components in a busy production environment.

Skills

Multi-spindle lathes

Blueprint reading

Inspection tools

Troubleshooting

Tools

Acme-Gridley / New Britain / Euro-Turn tooling

Job description

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, Mon-Thurs 6am-4pm

Overview

A long-established, stable precision manufacturer in the Menomonee Falls area is experiencing significant growth and is hiring a Multi-Spindle Machine Operator to join its machining operations. This role is suited to someone with hands-on experience setting up, adjusting, and operating multi-spindle lathes and automatic screw machines used to produce precision components from metal bar stock. Machinists who understand how these machines work and can diagnose issues when they arise will find this experience particularly valuable.

What you'll do

• Set up and operate multi-spindle automatic machining equipment
• Read blueprints and work to dimensions, tolerances, and tooling specifications
• Install and adjust collets, bushings, stock pushers, cams, gears, stops, and cutting tools
• Establish and adjust speeds, feeds, tooling positions, and machine timing
• Inspect first pieces and production parts using micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, and other inspection equipment
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and material issues
• Change and maintain tooling and perform preventive maintenance
• Produce quality precision metal components in a busy production environment

Required qualifications

• Hands-on experience setting up, adjusting, and operating multi-spindle lathes / automatic screw machines
• Ability to read blueprints and work to precise dimensions, tolerances, and tooling specifications
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, and other inspection equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and material issues

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Acme-Gridley, New Britain, Euro-Turn/ZMC, or similar bar-stock machining equipment
• Background in screw machines, multi-spindles, CNC, or related machining equipment

Why this role

This employer offers multiple schedules, overtime opportunities for those who want additional hours, continued skill development, and room to take on greater technical responsibility as the company grows.