Skilled - CNC Machinist III

QPS Employment Group; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Training and Apprenticeship

Safety Shoe Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Company-Paid Uniforms

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a CNC Machinist III for 1st shift in Wisconsin. The role focuses on setting up, programming, operating, and troubleshooting large floor-type CNC machines.

Expect advanced CAM programming, tooling verification, and work-offset setup for complex parts from setup to final inspection. The ideal candidate has five+ years of CNC experience, 5-axis machinery, exotic materials handling, and strong GD&T skills.

Qualifications

• At least five years of CNC machining experience.
• Proven experience programming and operating 5-axis CNC machine tools.
• Experience machining exotic materials and working with specialized tooling.
• Proficiency with CAM programming software.
• Strong understanding and application of GD&T.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and procedures.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC floor bar machining centers according to work instructions and quality standards.
• Program and modify toolpaths using CAM software.
• Verify tooling, establish work offsets, and ensure program accuracy prior to production.
• Monitor machining operations and optimize speeds, feeds, depths of cut, and overall performance.
• Inspect finished work using precision measuring instruments to ensure specifications and tolerances.
• Identify and troubleshoot machine malfunctions, tooling issues, and out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and communicate shift-to-shift updates.

Skills

5-axis CNC

CAM programming

GD&T

Problem solving

Leadership

Tools

CAM software

PowerMill

Job description

Position Title: CNC Machinist III

Wage: $35.00 - $52.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Benefits:

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 days
• Medical and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Dental Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Excused Absences
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Training and Apprenticeship Opportunities
• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

The CNC Machinist III - Floor Bar is responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and troubleshooting large floor-type CNC machining centers. This role requires advanced machining expertise, including CAM programming, tooling verification, work offset setup, and process optimization. The ideal candidate can independently machine complex parts from setup through final inspection with minimal supervision.

CNC Machinist III Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain a safe work environment
• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC floor bar machining centers according to work instructions and quality standards
• Program and modify toolpaths using CAM software
• Verify tooling, establish work offsets, and ensure program accuracy prior to production
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to optimize speeds, feeds, depths of cut, and overall performance
• Inspect finished work using precision measuring instruments to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances
• Identify and troubleshoot machine malfunctions, tooling issues, and out-of-tolerance conditions
• Maintain accurate production documentation and communicate shift-to-shift updates effectively
• Keep machines and work areas clean, organized, and production-ready

Requirements for CNC Machinist III:

• At least five years of CNC machining experience
• Proven experience programming and operating 5-axis CNC machine tools
• Experience machining exotic materials and working with specialized tooling
• Proficiency with CAM programming software
• Strong understanding and application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Working knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and procedures
• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Experience with PowerMill software is a plus