Precision Machinist: Setup, Grinding & Quality Control

GWS Tool Group; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

GWS Tool Group in Hartland, WI is seeking a Machine Operator to work with grinders and other manual machines to produce premium quality, high-precision cutting tools. You will verify accuracy using engineering prints and specifications, and set up tools, fixtures, and materials for each job.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with at least 1 year of machine shop experience; machining certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year machine shop experience required.
• Certification in machining preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and offsets as required.
• Study blueprints, drawings, or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Operate machines such as mills, lathes, grinders and shapers with holding fixtures.
• Calculate and set speeds and feeds for machining operations.
• Monitor machine performance and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Math skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement with micrometers

Machine setup

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining certification (preferred)

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

GWS Tool Group in Hartland, WI is seeking a Machine Operator to work with grinders and other manual machines to produce premium quality, high-precision cutting tools. You will verify accuracy using engineering prints and specifications, and set up tools, fixtures, and materials for each job.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with at least 1 year of machine shop experience; machining certification is a plus.