Senior CNC Setup Tech – 3rd Shift, Multi-Axis Aluminum

Job Juncture; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health/dental/vision benefits

Bonus PTO per year

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Senior CNC Setup Technician for a 3rd shift to lead setups, load G-code, and manage offsets on multi-axis aluminum machining centers. You will troubleshoot tooling and quality, perform inspections, and contribute to ongoing maintenance and process improvements.

The role requires stability across previous employers, a high school diploma or GED, and U.S. work authorization with a 45-minute commute to Cedarburg, WI. A strong background in aluminum machining is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of tenure at each prior employer.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining centers in a production environment (aluminum preferred).
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings; proficient with precision hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Set Up & Operate CNC equipment on multi-axis mills and lathes finishing high-precision aluminum die-cast components.
• Load G-code, adjust tool offsets, and modify processes to maintain tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot surface finish defects, dimensional variations, or tool wear issues.
• Perform quality inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, depth indicators, and CMM reports.
• Replace worn tooling and monitor tool life to prevent scrap and downtime.
• Support preventative maintenance and routine machine care.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Skills

CNC setup

G-code / programming

Tool offset adjustments

Inspection tools

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

G-code control software

CMM inspection

Job description

Job Juncture is seeking a Senior CNC Setup Technician for a 3rd shift to lead setups, load G-code, and manage offsets on multi-axis aluminum machining centers. You will troubleshoot tooling and quality, perform inspections, and contribute to ongoing maintenance and process improvements.

The role requires stability across previous employers, a high school diploma or GED, and U.S. work authorization with a 45-minute commute to Cedarburg, WI. A strong background in aluminum machining is preferred.