Senior CNC Setup Machinist – 5-Axis & Aerospace

SPG; Town of Brussels (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Software Placement Group is assisting a client in Green Bay, WI, in recruiting a Senior CNC Setup Machinist for multi-axis mills and lathes in an aerospace/defense environment. You will own complex setups from start to finish, edit G-code at the controller, and perform precise first-article inspections. The role emphasizes floor leadership, DFM collaboration, and a modern, climate-controlled shop with advanced equipment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of independent CNC setup on HMC/VMC mills or multi-axis lathes with direct G-code editing.
• Experience in aerospace/defense machining environments preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required due to ITAR compliance; daily commuting radius to Greater Green Bay, WI.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, independent machine setups on HMC/VMC mills and multi-axis turning centers.
• Edit G-code and macros at the controller to optimize tool paths and cycles.
• Perform precision first-article inspections with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and optical comparators.
• Collaborate with engineering on tool-path optimization and DFM reviews for new products.
• Mentor and train junior operators on floor layouts and setups.
• Drive lean initiatives to improve cell throughput and reduce cycle times.

Skills

CNC Setup

G-Code Editing

First Article Inspection

Multi-Axis Machining

HMC/VMC Experience

Education

Technical Diploma

CNC Machining Certificate

Formal Apprenticeship

Tools

Mori Seiki

Doosan

Fanuc

Mastercam

GibbsCAM

Esprit

Job description

Software Placement Group is assisting a client in Green Bay, WI, in recruiting a Senior CNC Setup Machinist for multi-axis mills and lathes in an aerospace/defense environment. You will own complex setups from start to finish, edit G-code at the controller, and perform precise first-article inspections. The role emphasizes floor leadership, DFM collaboration, and a modern, climate-controlled shop with advanced equipment.