Precision CNC Machinist & Programmer

Breight Recruitment; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Breight Recruitment seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will set up and operate CNC machines to cut, shape, and form precision metal and plastic parts. Interpreting blueprints, ensuring quality with precision measuring tools, and maintaining safety are key.

Responsibilities include machine setup, tooling selection, first-piece inspection, G-code edits, and routine maintenance. Strong GD&T and material knowledge are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of CNC Machinist experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with G-code and M-code and CNC controls (Fanuc/Haas/Mazak/Heidenhain).
• Strong shop math skills including geometry and basic trigonometry.
• Expert in using precision hand tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators).
• Familiar with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing symbols.
• Understanding of material behavior for aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and plastics.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines (mills, lathes, routers) for precision machining.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions and tooling needs.
• Select tools, fixtures, and load programs; adjust offsets to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect first pieces and in-process parts using calipers, micrometers, and height/dial gauges with tolerances as tight as ±0.0005 inches.
• Make minor edits to G-code/M-code at the controller to optimize cycles or correct deviations.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot minor issues, and document logs and inspection data.
• Document production logs and maintenance records accurately.

Skills

G-code/M-code

Metrology tools

GD&T

Shop math

Materials knowledge

Tool setup & offsets

Education

Vocational training

Tools

Fanuc controls

Haas controls

Mazak controls

Heidenhain controls

Job description

Breight Recruitment seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will set up and operate CNC machines to cut, shape, and form precision metal and plastic parts. Interpreting blueprints, ensuring quality with precision measuring tools, and maintaining safety are key.

Responsibilities include machine setup, tooling selection, first-piece inspection, G-code edits, and routine maintenance. Strong GD&T and material knowledge are highly valued.